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In particular, such a relationship creates, or may reasonably be perceived to create, a risk of favouritism or abuse of authority. It also undermines the relationship of trust and confidence which is intrinsic to interactions between staff and students. Members of staff are under a duty to act with integrity and not to place themselves in a position of actual or apparent conflict.
A personal relationship in the circumstances described above should consequently be avoided. If a staff member has or had a personal relationship with a student they will professionally interact with, they must promptly disclose it to their Head of Department or equivalent or, if preferred, to a senior HR division member, who will then inform the Department Head on their behalf. Staff unsure about whether to disclose a relationship should do so as per this policy.
Following disclosure, the person to whom the disclosure has been made will ensure as appropriate that the student is aware of the disclosure and that alternative arrangements are put in place to avoid the member of staff having any professional connection with the student. Failure to comply with this policy, or any arrangements which are put in place under it, may be treated as a disciplinary matter. Visual Stories. How to make vrat-friendly Coconut Peanut Chutney at home Food. How to make your 'Curry patta' plant grow faster Lifestyle.
