In her final editorial, Editor-in-Chief, Poppy Askham highlights obstructive approaches to Freedom of Information requests and calls for change both within Durham University’s Information Unit and in the statute book.
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The Debating Society has voted to reaffiliate with the Durham Union, following its decision in January 2021 to break away from the group, citing issues with its funding method and culture. A package of reforms was voted in by the Union earlier today to support the Debating Society’s transition.
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The claimants have said they will “explore every avenue of appeal” against the decision.
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Durham UCU has voted in favour of a package of proposals from the University, meaning the branch is expected to call off its marking boycott.
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The former student says he has not been contacted by police regarding the incident.
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The controversial statue of the Marquess of Londonderry in Market Square has been removed and will be replaced with one of Durham alumnus, comedian Ed Gamble, as part of Durham’s bid to become the UK’s City of Culture.
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Durham alumna, Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer addressed staff and students gathered outside the TLC yesterday in protest against the University’s response to the current UCU disputes and the recent South College controversy.
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Poppy Askham reflects on this year’s Student Union elections ahead of polls closing on 2nd March.
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Three of the candidates for sabbatical positions will run uncontested in the elections which open on 23rd February.
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Right-wing commentator Sophie Corcoran will run for Durham Students’ Union President this month, competing against the current Postgraduate Academic Officer Declan Merrington, St Aidan’s JCR President Joe McGarry, NUS delegate Aditya Lathar, and second-year Dan Lonsdale.
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