Lords debates freedom of speech in universities

Members of the Lords, including a number of university professors and a former secretary of state for education, debated the protection of freedom of speech in universities, on Thursday 26 November.

• Catch up on Parliament TV
• Read the Lords Hansard transcript
• Lords Library briefing: Freedom of speech in higher education institutions

This was a general debate. They usually take place on a Thursday in the Lords chamber. During debates, members are able to put their experience to good use, discussing current issues and drawing the government's attention to concerns. More...