Monday 22nd June 2026

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Tommy Robinson’s invitation to Oxford Union met with protest: Live updates

Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, otherwise known as Tommy Robinson, is due to speak at the Oxford Union at 8.30 pm this evening at a debate on the motion “This House Believes the West is Right to be Suspicious of Islam”. The event has drawn condemnation from University societies, local politicians, and local faith leaders.

Home Office proposes doubling of Campsfield capacity

The Home Office has proposed a second phase of development to the Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre (IRC), increasing its capacity from 160 to 400 beds.

New Oxford campaign seeks to demystify genetic and neurological conditions using animations

A new educational campaign developed by the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford aims to make neurodevelopmental disorders easier to understand through a series of animated videos. 

Twelve Oxford Scientists receive prestigious Royal Society Fellowship

Twelve University of Oxford researchers have been elected as fellows to the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of sciences. They join a cohort of 90 scientific researchers elected this year from around the world who specialise in fields ranging from “astronomy and cancer research to mathematics and biotechnology”.

Oxford locals clash with University

Local residents protest about plans for four new University buildings in Headington

Dons clash over Shakespeare film

A film casting doubt on Shakespeare’s authorship of his plays provokes varied reactions from Oxford English tutors.

Oxford scientists discover remarkable star

Brightest supernova in a generation spotted by a team of Oxford researchers

Oxford schools top the league tables

Outstanding GCSE and A level results from Oxfordshire schools have been attributed to close links with the University

Oxford breaks ground in sickle cell diagnosis

Oxbridge researchers develop a new blood test with the potential to save thousands from a lifetime of ill health.

New coach for Blues rugby squad

James Wade has been appointed as the new head coach for Oxford University Rugby Club for Michaelmas 2011

Welsh poorly represented at Oxbridge, says MP

MP Paul Murphy speaks out as figures reveal 4.6% average applicant success rate compared to national 20%

John’s Vikings get the spotlight in BBC documentary

Viking bodies found under one of the quads in St John's College to feature in BBC series

Trinity to offer bursaries to bereaved students

Oil tycoon’s £5m donation will go towards bursaries for those who have lost parents

Oxford students bring help to riot victims

In the wake of last week’s riots, Christ Church students pitch in to help victims in south London

Merton reclaims Norrington Table top spot

Magdalen drops to 4th place and Mansfield jumps up by 17 places as finalists’ performances are tabulated

Oxford dons in autism spat

Controversy as Oxford professor links autism to internet usage

Oxford student, 24, dies in holiday accident

History postgraduate loses his footing on the banks of a river while on holiday in France

Bod ventures into a technological world

Bodleian releases its first mobile app

Riot fears spread to Oxford

Copycat attacks hit Oxford as riot violence flares up across the country

New medical research labs face uncertain future

Plans to build two new medical research labs for the Nuffield Medical Department up for review

Backlash against expanding student housing developments

Local housing planners reject further development plans

Hertford tutor claims wrongful dismissal

Economics tutor appealing to employment tribunal for redundancy pay

Student road gets a face lift

“Oxford’s strangest street” to get streetlights installed after 15 year campaign by city councillor

Vice-Chancellor heads Down Under in donations push

Professor Andrew Hamilton tours Australia to encourage alumni to donate to Oxford

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