Cambridge academics say university's inquiry into Jason Arday's death falls short
More than 40 academics signed a letter to the university's chancellor saying Cambridge has scaled back a promised thorough review of events before Prof Jason Arday's death.
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Senior academics at Cambridge have criticised the university's plans to investigate the death of Prof Jason Arday, describing the proposed inquiry as inadequate. More than 40 signatories backed a letter sent to Chris Smith, the university's chancellor, arguing that Cambridge has backed away from an earlier promise of a thorough review.
The letter states that it "is not yet clear" how the planned review will address difficult questions about the university's role in the events leading up to Arday's death, including how it handled criticism directed at Arday following his 2023 appointment as professor of sociology of education.
Calls for accountability
The academics also said that individuals responsible for what they characterized as "serious failures of leadership" should face consequences. The letter reflects broader concern within the university community about whether the current review process is sufficient to examine the circumstances surrounding Arday's death.
The university's response to the letter, and any changes to the scope of the planned review, were not detailed in the available report.
Sources
- Cambridge academics say university’s plans to investigate Jason Arday’s death are inadequate — The Guardian — World
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