DEVELOPING: Greenwich and Kent Unveil Historic Merger to Create UK's Largest University

Breaking News: UK's Largest University to be Formed through Merger of Kent and Greenwich The universities of Kent and Greenwich are set to merge, creating the UK's largest university, from autumn 2026. The new institution will operate under the name London and South East University Group. The merger will bring together two existing universities, with one vice-chancellor leading the single institution. The new university will have a presence across multiple campuses, including in Medway, Canterbury, and other locations. This move comes as part of efforts to address financial challenges facing English universities, with 40 institutions currently in deficit. The Office for Students (OfS) has welcomed the merger, suggesting it may be a model for others to follow. The Department for Education (DfE) has also expressed support for innovative approaches like this one. However, details on how the merger will affect students and staff are still unclear. This is a developing story, with further information expected in the coming days and weeks as the merger plans unfold. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*