40 dancers took to The Mall, on the eve of the publication of this year's A Level results. On the hour, shoppers were treated to a series high-energy dance routine which saw local youngsters join in with the routine.

The University is opening its Clearing Hotline at 8am tomorrow morning (Thursday 14 August) and the flash mob is part of its campaign to raise awareness about Clearing and the benefits of going to university. Advisors were also on hand to answer any queries young people may have about A Levels, going to university and Clearing.

University staff will be in Luton town centre until Saturday, and then inside The Mall from Monday 18 August until Monday 25 August to help A Level students, who haven't made a decision about what to do next.

Susie King, Head of UK/EU Admissions at the University of Bedfordshire, had this reassurance for prospective new students looking at university choices:

"There is no need to panic. We have an enthusiastic and professional team ready to answer any questions you may have about the University, the student experience at Bedfordshire and the courses available here.

"We'll guide you through the whole application process and academics will be on hand to talk with you about their courses, their teaching and the academic support provided by the University."

The Clearing hotline  0800 013 0925 is open from 8am Thursday 14 August.

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Notes to Editors:

To arrange an interview with the former Higher Education Minister, Bill Rammell, Vice Chancellor of the University of Bedfordshire please contact Nick Sheppard on 07724 241214.

'Don't panic - we are here to help' Susie King, University of Bedfordshire Head of UK/EU Admission, provides a guide to students looking to apply through Clearing.

The Clearing Hotline, 0800 013 0925, is open:

• Thursday 14 August 08.00– 20.00
• Friday 15 August 08.00 – 20.00
• Saturday 16 August 10.00 – 16.00
• Sunday 17 August 10.00 – 16.00
• Mon 18 August to Friday 22 August 09.00 – 18.00
• Saturday 23 August 10.00 – 16.00
• Sunday CLOSED
• Monday CLOSED (Bank holiday)
• Tuesday 26 August onwards 9.00 – 17.00