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Future of Higher Education

Committee announces inquiry into the future of higher education.

The Terms of Reference for the inquiry are:

  • The conclusions of the Browne Report and the content of the Government’s proposed White Paper on higher education (including the Government’s proposals for widening participation and access); and
  • The role and future of state funding in higher education.

Submitting Evidence

Written evidence in connection with the inquiry should be sent to the Committee by Thursday 10 March 2011.

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Select Committee Inquiries

Select Committees carry out inquiries on areas ranging from the work of government departments to economic affairs. The results of these inquiries are public and many require a response from the government.

Stages of an inquiry

Most, but not all, Select Committee inquiries are conducted as follows:

  • Written evidence called for
  • Oral evidence sessions held
  • Report published
  • Response published

Not all inquiries result in a Report