The OfS’ proposals on student sexual misconduct are not fit for purpose

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#1 Submitted by bursar@... on April 23, 2024 - 9:22am

Spot on! Well said.

The OfS’ proposals on student sexual misconduct are not fit for purpose

Perhaps we need, instead, a specific tribunal to investigate and hear the most serious allegations, says Guy Micklewright

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The OfS’ proposals on student sexual misconduct are not fit for purpose

Perhaps we need, instead, a specific tribunal to investigate and hear the most serious allegations, says Guy Micklewright

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