Statement from the University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham takes the safety and wellbeing of its students and staff extremely seriously and this includes allegations of sexual harassment and rape. While we can’t comment on individual cases the University and the Guild of Students has a robust joint approach to tackling sexual harassment and supporting students or staff affected by such issues. Our Code of Practice on Extenuating Circumstances does not contain an exhaustive list of what might be treated as an extenuating circumstance, but rape or sexual assault are examples of the type of exceptional and unforeseen events which can be considered as an extenuating circumstance.

Students can find out more about the full range of University support services and resources by visiting the Student Services support website. There is a specialist Harassment Advice Service that is free, confidential and open to anyone, staff or student, who wants to talk about harassment. The Guild of Students’ Advice & Representation Centre has specialist trained advisors that students can speak to in confidence.