Students Oppose Appointment of Moral Philosopher

Students at St Andrews University have voiced concern over the academic appointment of a high- profile British philosopher.

Professor Roger Scruton has been named quarter-time professorial fellow in moral philosophy and is due to take up his new role at St Andrews in the spring.

But the decision has been criticised by the students’ association who claim his views on homosexuality could create an “uncomfortable” atmosphere for gay students.

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