In the weeks since the difficult decision was made that Heythrop would cease being a constituent college of the University of London in three years’ time, our governors and staff have been gratified and encouraged by the many letters and messages of support we have received. Again and again, correspondents have underlined the quality of our teaching and research, and the significant contribution the college has made to the lives of many individuals, to the Church, to the academy and to wider society. Their comments are a fitting tribute to the hard work and commitment of our staff over many years.  It is very sad that the college as we know it cannot continue and its closure as a college of the University of London will leave a gap that will be hard to fill. Alas, despite so ma