'There is no reason why a city couldn't be committed to its university in ways that go beyond welcoming students for the money they spend on rents'

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An analysis of the role of civic universities in the UK. It is suggested that if civic universities want to stop losing out in university league tables, then what is needed is for the cities in which they are based to re-establish genuine, individual city identities. Unfortunately, for this to happen government would have to cede power back to local government and in the current environment this is not likely to happen.

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Society will never survive on bread and circuses alone

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Issues relating to the purpose of universities in contemporary society in the United Kingdom are examined in the light of statements made by education secretary Charles Clarke. It is argued that the true value of universities lie in their contribution to intellectual life and public discourse.

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