Durham's Official Student Newspaper
All the latest news on issues that matter to Durham students. If you know of anything newsworthy, email news@palatinate.org.uk.
Emergency services responded to reports of a “small explosion” in the afternoon of Friday 24th May, which caused disruption between Framwellgate Bridge and North Road in Durham City centre.
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Durham County Council has launched a public consultation on a new, revised air quality plan.
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The 179 staff members have called for the University to “constructively and substantially enter negotiations with the students regarding their demands” as the encampment enters its second week.
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The latest university rankings have been released by The Complete University Guide, placing Durham at 6th best university in the UK.
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Tents pitched on Palace Green, after student protestors commit to staying put with a list of demands
Protestors post a list of demands on social media for University action to disinvest, call for a ceasefire, safeguard freedom of speech, and advocate for the protection of Palestinian rights.
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This comes after Durham University proposed to close access to the Durham University Pension Scheme to new staff on pay grades 1 to 5.
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Professor Charlotte Clarke will take on the newly established position in September 2024.
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There are almost 400 unoccupied beds in college accommodation, which is approximately the size of St Mary’s College’s accommodation.
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Durham County Council are to build a new travel route to benefit cyclists and pedestrians.
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After analysis of data shows more sewage has been spilled into Durham’s river, Palatinate speaks to college boat clubs about their experiences with water quality
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