Explanatory Notes

Further and Higher Education (Scotland) Act 2005

2005 asp 6

1 June 2005

The Act – Section by Section

Part 1 - Further and Higher Education Etc.

Fundable bodies: miscellaneous

Section 26 Academic Freedom

43.This puts a duty on fundable bodies to have regard to the desirability of ensuring academic freedom for those involved in teaching, learning or research in relation to their appointment, or any entitlement or privileges they may enjoy. This includes the freedom (within the law) to hold and express opinions, question and test established ideas and received wisdom and present controversial or unpopular points of view.