Here is Greater Brighton Metropolitan College’s response to our Freedom of Information request:
Q: Does your HE establishment have a policy on the use of fur?
A: The college does not currently have a policy on the use of fur.
Q: Does real fur feature in any of your fashion or design courses, and if so, in what way?
A: The use of real fur is not promoted nor is it purchased by the college.
Q: What financial support, including sponsored competitions do you receive from the fur industry?
A: GBMC does not knowingly receive support or sponsorship from fur associations.
Q: Does your HE establishment allow or facilitate the fur industry to promote design competitions, summer schools, sponsorships, internships, or scholarships?
A: GBMC does not knowingly allow or facilitate promotion of the fur industry
This university has no clear stance on the use of fur.
Real fur is cruel and unnecessary. Please urge the University to adopt a fur free policy. Email:
