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  1. Transforming justice through research: reforming maternal care for pregnant prisoners and new mothers

    October 29, 2025

    In this blog, Professor Laura Abbott from the University of Hertfordshire describes how a decade of qualitative research into pregnancy and maternal separation in prison led to landmark sentencing reforms earlier this year. “Pregnancy and early motherhood in prison constitutes a complex intersection of health and justice systems that presents considerable challenges for effective, compassionate […]

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    Professor Laura Abbott

  5. New YouGov poll shows more than 8 in 10 support student loan forgiveness, grants or bursaries for students training to work in the NHS

    August 13, 2025

    New public polling on UK higher education, commissioned by University Alliance and conducted by YouGov, has revealed that the public back increased financial support for students training to enter vital professions, including the NHS, teaching, social work and policing.

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    YouGov and University Alliance

  8. UA’s submission to the OfS’ call for evidence on regional access partnerships

    July 21, 2025

    University Alliance has submitted its response to the Office for Students’ (OfS) call for evidence on regional access partnerships. As a mission group representing professional and technical universities with deep roots in their local communities, our members are committed to widening access to higher education and addressing regional disparities in educational opportunity. Our response draws […]

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