Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 122930

Universities: Accountability

Tabled: 23 March 2026
Answered: 31 March 2026

Question

Siân Berry

Green PartyBrighton Pavilion

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the Public Office (Accountability) Bill will explicitly apply to all universities.

Answer

Alex Davies-Jones
The duty of candour and assistance will apply to any body when exercising public functions. This would capture some aspects of the work of universities and other Higher Education Institutions. The duty also extends to those with a relevant health and safe...

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