Here is Sheffield Hallam University’s response to our Freedom of Information request:

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

A: The University does not 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: No, real fur does not feature in any of the fashion or design courses

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

A: The University does not receive any financial support from the fur industry

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

A: No, the University does not allow or facilitate members of the fur industry to promote any 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: Nathan Jones, Course Leader, Nathan.jones@shu.ac.uk