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Oxford University Act 1854

Oxford University Act 1854
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Text of statute as originally enactedText of the Oxford University Act 1854 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.

The Oxford University Act 1854 (17 & 18 Vict. c. 81), also known as the Oxford University Reform Act 1854 or the University Reform Act 1854, is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, which regulates corporate governance at the University of Oxford, England. It established the Hebdomadal Council, the leading body in the university's administration, stating that most members of full-time academic staff were to have voting rights over it. In the year 2000, the Hebdomadal Council was replaced by the University Council, which is responsible to the Congregation of staff members.