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Corporate manslaughter charges can be brought against organisations that have been grossly negligent, resulting in death.

6 October 2023 13:00

EXPERT COMMENT: Lucy Letby investigation: UK corporate manslaughter cases tend to be complex and can take years to reach a finding

Victoria Elizabeth Roper, Associate Professor in Law at Northumbria University, discusses the difficult nature of corporate manslaughter cases, in relation to the Lucy Letby investigation.

2 October 2023 10:00

Northumbria Professors named Academy of Social Sciences Fellows

Two environmental experts from Northumbria University are among 47 leading social scientists to be elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences.

Northumbria University News, Summer 2023 edition is out now!

12 July 2023 13:00

Read the latest issue of Northumbria University News: Summer 2023 edition

Packed with the latest news, achievements, features and interviews, the newspaper is the perfect way to keep up to date with the exciting developments taking place across the University.

Northumbria’s rise in the Complete University Guide 2024 is down to an improved performance in a number of key metrics including entry standards, student satisfaction and graduate outcomes.

8 June 2023 14:13

Northumbria continues to climb up the rankings

Northumbria University is continuing to climb the national league tables, with an impressive seven place rise to rank 36th in the UK in the latest Complete University Guide.

Iron Gates - Djerdap, Serbia - Getty Images

19 April 2023 13:00

EXPERT COMMENT: Hundreds of rivers and lakes cross international borders – countries need to commit to sharing the water

The Danube River starts in Germany and eventually flows into the Black Sea some 2,850 kilometres and ten countries later. If Germany were to dam or pollute the river, it could potentially affect nine other countries – and four of their capitals.

Running used as a coping mechanism for work-related stress

23 February 2023 10:18

EXPERT COMMENT: How running can help you cope with stress at work

In an article written for the Conversation, Kate Black and Russell Warhurst, Business and Law, Northumbria University, discuss the value of running as a coping mechanism for work-related stress.

The Lit & Phil in Newcastle is the largest independent UK library outside of London. Photo by Sally Ann Norman.

19 January 2023 12:09

Researchers prepare for a new series of public talks at The Lit & Phil

Academics from Northumbria University have teamed up with the Newcastle Literary and Philosophical Society, known as The Lit & Phil, to engage the public with their world-leading research through a new series of public talks.

19 December 2022 13:44

Funding offers opportunities to talented students from under-represented backgrounds

Northumbria University law student Ami Leake has been awarded a bursary worth up to £7,500 over three years to help with accommodation and living costs during her studies.

26 October 2022 09:00

EXPERT COMMENT: Should I post photos of my children online? Here’s what new parents need to know about sharenting

Many of us share life updates on social media, but should we be sharing photos of our children online? In an article written for The Conversation, Claire Bessant, Associate Professor in Law at Northumbria University, discusses the potential implications of “sharenting”.

The UK Government is currently piloting an Algorithmic Transparency Standard across the public sector

27 July 2022 09:00

Research on a new Government standard to increase transparency around the use of AI systems highlights benefits for policing

The UK Government is currently piloting an Algorithmic Transparency Standard across the public sector; new research shows that adopting the Standard is both achievable for policing and could also bring significant benefits, such as improved public confidence and sharing best practice.

The Summer 2022 edition of Northumbria University News is available to read online and on campus now.

22 June 2022 10:00

Northumbria’s Summer 2022 newspaper is out now

Packed with the latest news, features and interviews, the newspaper is the perfect way to keep up to date with the exciting developments taking place across the University.

L-R: Joan Dayap, Programme Coordinator, Salix Finance; Will Kay, Regional Managing Director, EQUANS; Professor George Marston, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Strategic Projects and Sustainability lead, Northumbria University.

26 May 2022 13:09

State-of-the-art heating project supports sustainability goals

EQUANS, the new name for global energy firm ENGIE’s services and regeneration-led business, has supported Northumbria University in further reducing its carbon footprint thanks to the installation of a £1.7 million high-tech heating system.

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