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News round-up: Spring 2026 (March – May)

11 June, 2026

This news round-up captures key developments across the UK research landscape from March to May 2026. From funding volatility and UKRI reform, to growing financial pressures, infrastructure challenges and evolving expectations of research governance, catch up on the headlines shaping research management today.

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News round-up: December 2025 / January 2026

12 February, 2026

This news round-up captures recent key headlines and discussions from across the research landscape. From the end of the REF pause, through changes to UKRI funding, to the growing scandal of student debt, catch up on the news you may have missed. 

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News round-up: November 2025

11 December, 2025

This round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the UK and European research landscape from the end of October to late November 2025.

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News round-up: October 2025

26 November, 2025

October’s research policy announcements signify major transformations in the UK’s Research and Innovation environment. This summary provides details of each announcement, as well as gesturing to what might be at stake. 

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News round-up: Early Autumn

23 October, 2025

This round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the UK and European research landscape from end of August to the start of October. This period signalled future changes are on the horizon across the Research and Innovation landscape.

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Redefining expertise: Research managers in peer review

16 October, 2025

As peer review evolves to reflect broader definitions of expertise, research managers are increasingly recognised as valuable contributors. This article explores sector trends, personal reflections and practical steps for contributing to fair, inclusive funding decisions.

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The role of research managers in research output development

24 July, 2025

Research outputs are the cornerstone of research progress, yet professional services teams are rarely involved in their development. The University of Liverpool’s unique Outputs Development team explores what could be possible when research managers and administrators support outputs from the start.

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