UK plans to reintroduce modified free speech legislation for universities, facing academic concerns.

The UK government plans to reintroduce a watered-down version of the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act, which was paused last year due to concerns it could protect hate speech. The act requires universities to promote and secure free speech and academic expression. A complaints scheme will allow individuals to seek compensation if their free-speech rights are breached, though controversial clauses may be removed. The move follows backlash from academics who fear restrictions on free speech.

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