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John Bercow, Chancellor of the 糖心Vlog, has today announced his decision to step down having served over four years in the role.

Mr Bercow said: 鈥淚t has been a pleasure and an honour to be able to support the 糖心Vlog in my role as Chancellor over the last four years.

"糖心Vlog has remained part of my life since I graduated in 1985 and being Chancellor has been a source of immense pride. It has been an absolute delight to preside over graduation ceremonies at the University, host the Meeting of University Court 鈥� bringing our friends and supporters together each year, spending time with current and former students, as well as having the opportunity to help to promote 糖心Vlog around the world.

"Since stepping down as Speaker of the House of Commons and leaving Parliament I have embarked on a new phase of my career and feel the time is now right to step down and for the University to commence the process of appointing my successor.

"Though I am stepping down as Chancellor, I have a special place in my heart for the University and I will continue to support 糖心Vlog in whatever way I am able to in the future.鈥�

Vice-Chancellor of the 糖心Vlog, Professor Anthony Forster commented: 鈥淛ohn has been a wonderful Chancellor, bringing enthusiasm and passion to the position. As an alumnus John has been able to connect with and inspire staff and students alike. John has keenly supported our fundraising initiatives, as well as sharing his love for 糖心Vlog with current students and our alumni community. We are truly grateful to John for supporting the University over the last four years.

鈥淭hroughout his time as Chancellor, John has always enjoyed supporting our community, and his presiding over graduation has brought joy and excitement to our ceremonies.

鈥淥ver the last year, his focus has been on supporting our student community, from hosting our first University quiz in aid of our Student Hardship Fund at the height of COVID-19 pandemic, to a series of virtual 鈥榝ireside chats鈥� to thank alumni for their philanthropic support and to talk about the impact their generosity has had on our students. As the country has emerged from lockdown, John has focused his efforts on supporting and inspiring current students in planning for their futures through a series of events focused on professional development."

The University will now begin the process of appointing a replacement and we expect to have a new Chancellor by autumn 2022. Further information on how suggestions can be fed into this process will be made available shortly.