Students say “goodbye” to education minister

In related news, students held a happening in front of the Education Ministry in Prague on Friday celebrating Mr Dobeš’ resignation; activists are primarily opposed to his reforms in higher education – which include plans for the introduction of tuition fees and other changes. In the happening, students released a picture of Mr Dobeš tied to helium-filled balloons. Organisers have made clear they will continue to protest the governments’ reforms which they argue are a threat to academic freedoms.

Author: Jan Velinger