19 March 2026 – Canterbury

We recognise that this is a very sad and worrying time, and we are doing everything we can to offer advice and support.

This is a regional public health matter and not specific to the University. The response is being led by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), with whom the University continues to work closely, and the Canterbury campus remains open.

Further information and guidance from UKHSA is available here:

www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-disease-confirmed-in-kent

Once again, we want to reassure you that the safety of our students, staff and visitors remains our highest priority.

We look forward to welcoming you to campus next month.

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Rogério de Lemos
General Chair EDCC 2026
r.delemos@kent.ac.uk