Here is Bucks New University’s response to our Freedom of Information request:

Q: Does your HE establishment have a policy on the use of fur?

A: There is currently no such policy in place

Q: Does real fur feature in any of your fashion or design courses, and if so, in what way?

A: Real fur has not been used on the fashion design course at Bucks New University.  Faux fur tend to be used as an alternative.

Q: What financial support, including sponsored competitions do you receive from the fur industry?

A: None.

Q: Does your HE establishment allow or facilitate the fur industry to promote design competitions, summer schools, sponsorships, internships, or scholarships?

A: Currently none of the above

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: Jane Bowler, Senior Lecturer – Fashion Design, advice@bucks.ac.uk