Multiple reports say the Labour government has not publicly commented on the unfolding controversy involving Professor Arday. The Education Secretary, Lucy Powell, and her department are described as remaining silent as criticism grows around issues in the higher education sector. One outlet frames the lack of response as raising questions about the government’s stance, while other coverage characterizes the situation as a developing “row” that is drawing more attention over time. The available reporting focuses on the absence of an official statement rather than on disputed details of the allegations themselves. It also links the controversy to broader scrutiny of standards and governance within universities and related education bodies. As the story develops, the core point across the cited coverage is that no response has been issued by the Education Secretary or the relevant department, despite increasing public and political calls for clarification. The reports do not provide further confirmed information in the excerpts provided beyond the existence of the controversy and the government’s lack of comment.