Updated statement: Friday 10 October 2025

“We confirm that swift action has been taken in response to a serious incident on campus reported in media. The staff member involved was immediately suspended and is not presently working on campus or performing any professional duties, including teaching or lecturing," said Professor Annamarie Jagose, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost.

"A formal process to respond to the incident is now well underway. This includes further assessment of the incident and consideration of relevant information. 

"A range of wellbeing support is being actively offered to any students, and staff who are distressed or impacted. 

"Hate speech, antisemitism and harassment have no place at our University. Where our codes are breached, we will not hesitate to take disciplinary action. We sincerely apologise to any staff, students or visitors who are distressed by this incident.”

Original statement: Thursday 9 October 2025

We’re disturbed and appalled by the vision that depicts verbal abuse and harassment on campus.

Such conduct is utterly unacceptable, and we are taking immediate action under our codes of conduct.

Where our codes are breached, we will not hesitate to take disciplinary action and other steps to ensure a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for all. Hate speech, antisemitism and verbal harassment have no place on campus, online or in our wider community.

We deeply apologise to any students, staff or visitors who are distressed or impacted by this incident in anyway.

Support is available for every member of our community who may need it through dedicated services including Student Wellbeing, who are available 24/7, and staff support.