Here is Northern School of Art’s response to our Freedom of Information request:
Q: Does your HE establishment have a policy on the use of fur?
A: We have no such policy
Q: Does real fur feature in any of your fashion or design courses, and if so, in what way?
A: Fur does not feature
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: NO
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: Stuart Slorach, Stuart.Slorach@northernart.ac.uk

