Two thirds of unis teach sexual consent to students

Concern is rising over reports of sexual misconduct on UK campuses

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Around two thirds of universities are teaching sexual consent classes, as concern mounts over abuse on campus.

Edinburgh, Kent, Durham and Oxford are among the universities running “consent training” for students. At some institutions, attendance is compulsory.

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