The lead barrister for the Post Office Horizon inquiry has been appointed to head an independent review into the death of the Cambridge academic Jason Arday. Jason Beer KC will examine the handling of allegations of research and other misconduct made against Arday before his resignation as well as the university's recruitment and support for him as its youngest ever black professor at the age of 37.
Cambridge University appoints barrister to lead review into Jason Arday's death
UKPulse Health DeskJason Beer KC will examine the handling of allegations against Arday and the university's recruitment and support for him.
- Jason Beer KC has been appointed to head an independent review into the death of Cambridge academic Jason Arday.
- The review will examine the handling of allegations made against Arday before his resignation as well as the university's recruitment and support for him.
Why this matters: The review aims to identify whether wider institutional changes are needed at Cambridge.
What this means for you: If you're a student or academic, the outcome of this review may have implications for university policies and procedures.