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flag St Andrews University removed rector Stella Maris for defying governance rules and demanding unchecked control, disrupting key meetings and diverting focus from financial crises.

flag The University of St Andrews has removed rector Stella Maris from its governing body for a second time, citing her repeated refusal to follow governance rules. flag She claimed unilateral authority to chair meetings and demanded absolute control, contradicting established protocols and the Scottish Code of Good Higher Education Governance. flag Her actions disrupted a key October meeting on the university’s finances, leading to a lack of progress and a "dispiriting" effect on members. flag Despite offers to resolve the issue collaboratively, Maris declined to withdraw allegations of unlawful behavior, reject her claims of exclusive authority, or accept collective responsibility. flag The university emphasized that adhering to legal and governance standards is non-negotiable, and the conflict has diverted resources from urgent financial challenges. flag Maris remains rector until October 2026 and continues in her pastoral role, but has not commented publicly.

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