Keith Shilson – head of Middlesex University's student union has been kicked out of the uni by its Vice Chancellor because of his refusal to cancel a talk to be given by Hizb ut-Tahrir.

This classic example of a university using draconian methods to resist freedom of speech represents yet another attempt to silence a dissenting voice. This story should be watched closely: it's imperative that Middlesex don't get away with this.