Policy briefings

Policy briefings

We use a robust evidence base to inform sound political decision-making so UK and devolved governments can leverage the full capabilities of research-intensive universities.

International

International students driving economic growth

International students and graduates are helping drive economic growth across the UK.

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Education

Local partnerships to deliver skills

Russell Group universities are collaborating with local partners to deliver the high-level skills needed to support growth and productivity across the UK

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Research

Optimising UK R&D funding: lessons from global competitors

By learning from other leading research nations, we can maximise the value and effectiveness of the UK’s world-leading R&D base — crucial to driving growth, improving public services and raising living standards…

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Innovation

Uplifting HEIF funding to drive regional productivity and growth

The Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF) is a vital driver of economic growth and regional development delivering on key government objectives

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Education

Educating our future NHS workforce

Universities are ready to work with government to refresh the long-term workforce plan and expand training further.

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Research

The impact of QR funding

Quality-related Research (QR) funding plays an essential and unique role in achieving breakthrough research

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Education

Educating teachers of the future

Russell Group universities train expert, resilient teachers for schools across the UK to grow the workforce and deliver opportunities for young people

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International

Framework Programme 10

The European Union’s Framework Programmes have provided an enormous boost to science, research and innovation across Europe and the world

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International
Research

Research Security

Our universities recognise the strength of their R&D in strategically important fields makes the UK a target for hostile international actors seeking to access and misappropriate university research for their own…

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International

International students in the UK

International students help make the UK a world leader in education, supporting our economy, society, domestic students and research.

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Innovation
International

Associating to EU research and innovation programmes

EU R&I programmes bring huge advantages for the UK, boosting jobs and opportunity across the country, building UK research capacity and capabilities and keeping us at the forefront of key technological advances…

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Access & participation

Helping under-represented students succeed

In collaboration with schools, colleges and other partners, universities have a key role to play in helping to tackle educational inequalities, removing obstacles to success in higher education and conducting…

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