OfS publishes access and participation proposals

England’s regulator sets out plans to improve poorer students’ outcomes

The Office for Students will not require higher education institutions in England to submit new access and participation plans until the spring or summer of 2024, the regulator has confirmed.

The OfS published its response to last year’s consultation on equality of opportunity on 29 March and, while a “first wave of universities and colleges will be encouraged to submit plans this summer”, the OfS said, these “pioneers” will receive tailored support on evaluation as they draw up their plans.