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In this section you will find all of our latest news, policy updates, insight blogs and publications, including our latest consultation responses and other policy papers.

Independent higher education: State of the sector 2026

News

19 Aug 2026
New IHE report calls for targeted reforms to strengthen industry partnerships and drive growth

News

10 Aug 2026

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Stop resetting the skills system

Hannah Atkins, Policy and Engagement Manager, IHE

Policy and Insights

20 Aug 2026
Building a skilled economy: How IHE Members partner with industry

This report is the first major output from the IHE Industry and Skills Project. Its findings demonstrate how independent providers of higher…

Hannah Atkins, IHE

Publications

10 Aug 2026
Response to OIA Scheme consultation

Read our response to the consultation on the review of the OIA Scheme, which sets out proposed changes intended to make the Scheme clearer, easier to…

Publications

31 Jul 2026
From principle to practice: Applying UJS guidance in small and specialist institutions

This blog draws on insights from IHE Member Leo Baeck College and is intended to help institutions think practically about how to engage with the…

Policy and Insights

29 Jul 2026
Response to DfE consultation on the Office for Students' fee charging model

Read our response to the Government's proposals for changes to the Office for Students (OfS) fee charging model…

Publications

22 Jul 2026
Meet our new Chair – in conversation with Sharona Friedman

From her journey into independent higher education to her ambitions for the future, IHE Chair Sharona Friedman shares the experiences and ideas that…

News

16 Jul 2026
Response to OfS consultation on proposals for a new approach to consumer and student protection

Read our response to the Office for Students (OfS) consultation on proposals for a new ongoing condition of registration: Treating students fairly…

Publications

10 Jul 2026
Norland College granted university status

IHE Member celebrates becoming the world's first university dedicated to early childhood education.

News

9 Jul 2026
Nominations open for IHE Awards 2026

Nominations are now open for the IHE Awards, celebrating innovation, excellence and outstanding practice across our community.

News

3 Jul 2026
Sharona Friedman announced as new IHE Chair

Sharona Friedman succeeds James Pitman as Chair of the IHE Board from 1 July 2026.

News

1 Jul 2026
Response to DfE consultation on assistive software funded through DSA

Read our response to the Government's proposals for changes to the way assistive software is funded through the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)…

Publications

18 Jun 2026
IHE responds to CUC's new Code of HE Governance

Read our response to the Committee of University Chairs (CUC) new Code of Higher Education Governance.

News

17 Jun 2026