It will shortly be announced that I am to take up the Presidency of Universities UK from August 2011. This is the key body representing universities to many stakeholders, including Government, and it is an honour and a privilege to be given this opportunity at a time when our sector is undergoing such significant change. Of course, my role as President will also support the positioning of our University both within and outside the sector, as I and colleagues continue to drive the University’s strategy forward.

More details regarding the announcement are available via the Universities UK website.