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Future of Higher Education

Inquiry concluded: Committee's Final Report and Government Response published.

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee announced an inquiry into the future of higher education, looking specifically at 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); as well as the role and future of state funding in higher education.

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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