Wednesday, 18 February 2026
A public inquiry will begin next week in to the circumstances around the attacks of June 2023 that led to the death of two ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ students, Grace O'Malley-Kumar and Barney Webber, local caretaker Ian Coates, and serious injuries to several other victims.
The inquiry will receive media attention, for some students this may be a difficult time and support is available. If you’re struggling with academic matters or any issue related to your wellbeing, you can book an appointment – in-person or online – with your local Support and Wellbeing team via the .
You can always check in with your personal tutor or supervisor for support and guidance, otherwise the following support is available:
- Student Wellbeing Services provide a range of support services
- °Õ³ó±ð  offers a free, confidential and impartial service, independent from the university
- °Õ³ó±ð Community Engagement Ambassadors team provide support for those living off campus
- °Õ³ó±ð Chaplaincy provides support for those of all faiths and none
- The can be used to confidentially report incidents and to access support
If you are approached by journalists seeking comment or information, you can direct enquiries to the university Press Office at pressoffice@nottingham.ac.uk.