Russell Group

Congratulations to everyone receiving exam results today! 🎉 Record number of UK 18-year-olds have been accepted to university.

As our CEO Libby Hackett said this morning, "It's hugely encouraging to see so many young people opting for university".

russellgroup.ac.uk/news/celebrati…

We look forward to working closely with ministers appointed today, including @jreynoldsMP and @LucyMPowell in their new roles. Working together we can help accelerate and realise our ambitions for the public good.

Read our CEO's response today in full 👉russellgroup.ac.uk/news/response-…

As Lord Vallance steps down as Science Minister today, we thank him for his long-standing support of the university and research sector.

He has been a committed champion for the R&D community, passionately advocating for UK science and innovation at home and on the world stage.

🗣️“Contextual admissions is an incredibly valuable element of our efforts to widen access... just one part of how we are removing structural barriers”.

Our response to new guidance on contextual admissions from @UniversitiesUK @ucas_online & @suttontrust. russellgroup.ac.uk/news/supportin…

The @BritishSciFest Festival is coming to @unisouthampton and the programme is live 🔬 🗓️ 16–20 September 2026 🎟️ Free tickets now available Join them for one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of science, browse and book events here 👉britishsciencefestival.org/?utm_source=bl…