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Reader's comments (2)

#1 Submitted by graff.... on October 23, 2025 - 10:55pm

Who, specifically, is stating that "“hyper-granular profiling” of students using artificial intelligence" should take place. No one is cited. What is the point of this piece? Please tell us.

#2 Submitted by ... on October 24, 2025 - 9:09am

In the 2022-23 academic year, the salary of the UCL Provost, Dr. Michael Spence, was £509,849. This figure includes a basic salary of £380,496, employer pension contributions of £82,187, and taxable benefits in kind of £47,166, which includes accommodation. Good to see that Dr Spence is earning his substantial salary.

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