Despite having submitted his application for the role, Khan's imprisonment has rendered him ineligible according to the university's regulations, as noted by a prominent UK law firm
Goldsmith stated that since early September, Pakistani authorities have blocked all visits to Khan by his family and lawyers, postponed his court hearings, and denied him contact with his two sons.
A group of students had gathered outside a private college on Monday, following viral social media reports of an alleged rape involving a female student.
The talks took place in Rawalpindi during a meeting between the minister, accompanied by a delegation, and the army chief. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that both sides focused on issues of mutual interest.
The restriction, which will remain in effect until October 18, is being enforced due to security concerns. During this period, Khan will be prohibited from meeting with party leaders, lawyers, and family members.
Following the development, the court's two-judge bench heard the petition, issuing notices to the provincial government, the authority and healthcare commission.
The New Town police station registered First Information Reports (FIRs) against the PTI leaders under Section 7 of the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) and relevant sections of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC).