Here is Univer sity of Gloucestershire’s response to our Freedom of Information request:

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

A: I can confirm that the University of Gloucestershire 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 course documents however, the use of fur is discussed as part of sustainable and ethical topics.

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: I can confirm that the University is not involved and does not 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: Margaret McDonough, Academic Course Leader in Fashion Design, mmcdonough@glos.ac.uk