The University of Cardiff has announced a U-turn in its plans to cut its music department.
On 28 January, the university announced plans to cut 400 full-time jobs amid a funding shortfall. Music was one of the subjects under threat, along with modern languages, nursing, ancient history, and religion and theology.
The threat to the Music department was greeted by public protests, with high-profile artists including Ed Sheeran, Stormzy and Sir Elton John supporting a campaign to save the department. In addition, a petition was signed by more than 25,000 people, a public demonstration was held on 22 February, and members of the University and College Union (UCU) planned strike action.
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