University vice-chancellor suspended; students not told why

A university vice-chancellor in England has been suspended following what it described as “a number of serious allegations”, writes Danny Fullbrook for BBC News.

Students at the University of Buckingham were told in a letter by Mark St John Qualter, chair of council, that an inquiry would take place to confirm the veracity of the currently unrevealed claims against Professor James Tooley.

A spokesperson for the university confirmed a member of staff had been suspended but said they would not comment further until an investigation had been completed. Tooley, who has held the position since 2020, was approached for comment. He is known for his work helping to set up low-cost private schools, having helped create similar schools in developing countries.
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