Being investigated for an alleged breach of the University's policy can be a very distressing and stressful time but there is support available from the following services.
For students
- Advice and Response Service. This specialist team work with a number of students who are being investigated for an alleged breach of the University's policy and can provide confidential and tailored support. You can get in touch by requesting to speak to an advisor.
- UMSU Advice Service. This is a free and confidential service where students can get information and advice on personal and academic issues. The Advice Service is independent from the University and offers free, impartial advice on how to respond to allegations or a disciplinary process.
- Counselling Service. The University’s team of professional counsellors, psychotherapists and mental health workers offers confidential support.
For staff
- Harassment Support Advisors. An advisor can talk through the University's procedures, and what support is available, in confidence.
- Local Human Resource Contacts. If you are a member of staff or manager your HR partner will be able to identify the support that’s available for you.
- Counselling Service. The University’s team of professional counsellors, psychotherapists and mental health workers offers confidential support.
- Trade Unions. There are three trade unions that represent staff at the University: Unison, Unite and UCU.
- Staff Network Groups. The University has a number of staff network groups. They are a fantastic way to network with people from all over the University, build contacts, share experiences, arrange events and socialise. Many of the groups also offer confidential support and advisory services from their members to any member of staff.