Family seeks accountability from University of Glasgow after student's death

His mother, Tracy Scott, found him dead in his bedroom on the morning he was supposed to graduate. Scott has called for a fatal accident inquiry into his death. The family recently settled a civil court action with the university, though the sum was not disclosed.

Following a meeting with Scottish education secretary Màiri McAllan on Wednesday, the family's solicitor, Aamer Anwar, reiterated their stance that the university would be held accountable. Anwar claimed the university's failures were "catastrophic and systemic" and that it had "forgotten its soul" in its pursuit of global status. He also stated the university's governance process was "not fit for purpose."

The University of Glasgow issued a "profound apology" for Brown's tragic death and expressed deep distress for his family. A spokesperson confirmed that following an internal investigation into assessment regulations, the university self-referred to the Scottish Funding Council. A subsequent targeted peer review by the Quality Assurance Agency resulted in recommendations that the university has accepted and is implementing.

The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service are investigating the circumstances of Brown's death, and the family will be kept informed of any developments.