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Free Speech: Universities

Monday 7 September 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Free speech is fundamental to Britain's liberal democracy
  • Universities should champion free speech
  • The Department is exploring legislative and non-legislative options

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Felicity Buchan Con Birmingham Edgbaston
Context

A recent incident involving a young person being hurt on their way to school in Suffolk raised concerns about free speech.

Question

What steps his Department is taking to help ensure free speech in universities?

Answer from The Secretary of State for Education (Gavin Williamson)

Free speech is a fundamental underpinning of Britain's liberal democracy and universities should champion it. The Department is exploring legislative and non-legislative options to ensure free speech. If legislation is required, the government will take that step.

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