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<p>This government condemns antisemitism in the strongest possible terms and we are
actively taking steps to prevent and tackle it on campus, as in all parts of society.
The antisemitic incidents detailed in StandWithUs UK’s report are wholly unacceptable
and the wellbeing and safety of our Jewish students remains a priority.</p><p>Universities
have a duty to protect freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law, but
the department has been clear that this does not extend to unlawful hate speech or
incitement of hatred against any individual or group.</p><p>It is important to recognise
the efforts that university Vice Chancellors and their staff are making to foster
cohesion on campuses across the country. However, as the StandWithUs UK report highlights,
there is still more for us to do. That is why my right hon. Friend, the Secretary
of State for Education is hosting a roundtable on antisemitism to which she has invited
several leading Vice Chancellors, many whose students and universities are featured
in StandWithUs UK’s testimonials, including Professor Andrew Jones, Vice Chancellor
of Brunel, University of London. This will be an opportunity to discuss what more
can be done collectively, and at all levels, to make our universities a safe and inclusive
environment for all.</p>
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