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This guide from the UK Government is about what the law says on freedom of expression in England and Wales, specifically in universities and other higher education environments. It provides practical advice on how to protect free speech and makes it clear to students what they should expect from their institutions. It includes:
• All current available guidance that helps to protect free speech on campus.
• Information about the relevant laws and legal issues to consider.
• Definitions for some terms associated with freedom of expression, such as ‘hate speech’, ‘trigger warnings’ and ‘no-platforming’.
• Case studies to help higher education providers and students’ unions to promote and protect free speech.

Who is it for?
This guide will be most useful for:
• governing bodies of universities and other higher education providers
• students’ union trustees
It may also be of interest to others including academic staff, students’ union elected officers, indivi

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