A 24-year-old former medical student at the University of Manchester has come forward with allegations of years of sexual harassment, sparking a call for an investigation into the institution's handling of such cases.
The allegations, which have not been substantiated, are said to have taken place over several years and involve multiple students.
The student, who wishes to remain anonymous, claims that the university's response to the allegations was inadequate and failed to provide adequate support to those affected.
The University of Manchester has said that it takes allegations of sexual harassment seriously and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
In a statement, the university said: 'We take allegations of sexual harassment extremely seriously and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all our students. We have a robust procedure in place to deal with such allegations, which includes immediate action to support the student affected and a thorough investigation into the allegations.'