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<div class="uol-wrapper"> <span id="d.en.341045"></span> <h2>University Policies</h2> <p>The University of Lincoln operates within a framework of regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure it meets the statutory requirements for UK universities.</p> <p>Other documents also form important elements of our governance regime and relate to many and varied aspects of University business, including teaching and learning, employment, finance, and student services.</p> <p>They include:</p> </div> </section> <section class="uol-section"> <div class="uol-wrapper"> <span id="d.en.342299"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Academic and Student Policy Development and Communication <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The Governance and Compliance Team provides support for the planning, development, and implementation of University academic and student policies.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/academic-policies/"> Explore Academic and Student Policies</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.1030378"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Academic Quality, Standards, and Partnerships <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The <a title="(Opens in a new window)" href="https://oqsp.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/quality-assurance-manuals-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Quality Assurance Policy and Manual</a> sets out the approved approach to Programme Approval, Continuous Programme Monitoring, External Examining, Programme Modification, Periodic Academic Review, Academic Partnerships, Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Bodies, Internal Review and End-Point Assessment. Forms associated with these processes are available using the above link.</p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344205"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Acceptance and Gifts Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This policy covers the solicitation and acceptance of gifts by or in the name of the University and seeks to ensure that gifts to the University are properly received, recorded, and administered.<br /><br />Read <a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Anti,Bribery,Policy,and,policy,on,accepting,gifts,and,hospitality.pdf" >Acceptance of Gifts Policy (PDF)</a>.</p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344206"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Access and Participation Plan <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p id="accessandparticipationplan">This policy, approved by the Office for Students, details the interventions that the University of Lincoln will make to improve access, student success, and progression into employment or further education for underrepresented groups.<br /><br /><span>You can review the appropriate version of our Access and Participation Plan in the list below:</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Access,and,Participation,Plan,2025-2026,to,2028-2029.pdf" >Access and Participation Plan 2025/2026 - 2028/2029</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/APP,Summary,2025-2026,and,2028-2029.pdf" >Access and Participation Plan Summary 2025/2026 - 2028/2029</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/UniversityOfLincoln_APP_2020-21_V1_10007151.pdf" >Access and Participation Plan 2020/2021 - 2024/2025</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Access,and,Participation,Plan,Summary.pdf" >Access and Participation Plan Summary 2020/2021 - 2024/2025</a></li> </ul> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/the-register/search-for-access-and-participation-plans/#/AccessPlans/provider/10007151">Previous Agreements</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380515"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Admissions Terms and Conditions <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>This documents outlines the agreement between the University of Lincoln and prospective students.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Student,Admissions,Terms,and,Conditions.pdf">Read The Admissions Agreement </a></p> <p><span>These terms and conditions may change over time, so if you began your studies prior to this academic year, you can review the appropriate version of our Admissions Terms and Conditions in the list below:</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Student,Admissions,Terms,and,Conditions.pdf">Admissions Terms and Conditions</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Student,Admissions,Terms,and,Conditions.pdf">Admissions Terms and Conditions</a></li> </ul> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344215"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Anti-slavery Transparency Statement <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This statement outlines our commitment to tackling slavery.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Anti,Slavery,Transparency,Statement,2023-24.pdf">Read our Anti-slavery Statement</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344216"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Annual Fee Information <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>These documents outline our annual fee information since 2021 academic year. </p> <p><a href="/media/universityoflincoln/document/governence/policies/annualfeeinformationsummary/Fee,Summary,Table,2021-22.pdf" class="btn btn-primary">Annual Fee Information Summary 2021-22 (PDF)</a></p> <p><a href="/media/universityoflincoln/document/governence/policies/annualfeeinformationsummary/Annual,Fee,Information,Summary,2022-23.pdf" class="btn btn-primary">Annual Fee Information Summary 2022-23 (PDF)</a></p> <p><a href="/media/universityoflincoln/document/governence/policies/annualfeeinformationsummary/Annual,Fee,Information,Summary,2023-24,(PDF).pdf" class="btn btn-primary">Annual Fee Information Summary 2023-24 (PDF)</a></p> <p><a href="/media/universityoflincoln/document/governence/policies/annualfeeinformationsummary/Fee_Summary_2425_10007151.pdf" class="btn btn-primary">Annual Fee Information Summary 2024-25 (PDF)</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344217"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Code of Practice for Research <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This document is intended to support good conduct in research and help prevent misconduct, in order to encourage research of the highest quality. </p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://cpb-eu-w2.wpmucdn.com/blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/dist/8/8024/files/2020/12/Research-Code-of-Practice-Nov-2020.pdf">Read Code of Practice</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344219"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Code of Practice: Academic Freedom and Freedom of Speech <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This document sets out the rights of staff's freedom to pursue knowledge through rational and open enquiry, and how the University fulfils its obligations to ensure freedom of speech within the law is secured for students, staff, and visiting speakers.</p> <p><a href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Code,of,Practice,on,Academic,Freedom,and,Freedom,of,Speech.pdf">Read our Code of Practice</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.1148704"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Communications <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The University Poster Policy provides guidance for poster authorisation placement across the University’s campuses. It also addresses unauthorised posters and content, as well as damage caused by posters and inappropriate placement.</p> <p>The policy is designed to support the wellbeing of staff and students, ensure political neutrality and safeguard the commercial interests of the University and the University of Lincoln Students’ Union.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/files/2024/12/Poster-Policy-September-2024.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Read the University Poster Policy - Opens in a new tab">Read the University Poster Policy</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344225"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Conflicts of Interest Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This policy defines conflicts of interest and provides a framework for recording, reporting, and managing such conflicts.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/conflict-of-interests-policy.pdf">Read Conflict of Interest Policy</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344235"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Data Protection <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The University takes data protection seriously and has a number of policies available.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/data-protection-information-compliance/policies-guidance-tools/">Explore Data Protection Policies</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344237"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Environmental Sustainability <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span data-contrast="none">With the world facing an unprecedented rise in global temperatures, the University of Lincoln has been developing a range of approaches to environmental sustainability that </span><span data-contrast="none">aim to reduce any negative effect that our operations may have, and to offer solutions to these challenges through our teaching and research.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":150,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/abouttheuniversity/sustainability/">Explore Sustainability at Lincoln</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344239"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Equality and Diversity <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>The University continuously grows and evolves, so does our approach to celebrating and embracing diversity in all its forms, and we want to create an institution where our staff and students can work and study without fear of experiencing bullying, harassment, victimisation, or discrimination due to any and all individual and protected characteristics.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://hr.lincoln.ac.uk/equality/">Find out More About Equality at Lincoln</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344240"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> External Speaker Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The purpose of this policy is to set in place a governing framework for visiting speakers to ensure that our proud heritage, where debate, challenge, and dissent are not only permitted but expected, can continue for current and future generations.</p> <p>Read the <a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/External,Speaker,Policy,-,July,2024.pdf" >External Speaker Policy (PDF) </a> </p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344242"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Ethical Investment Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The University routinely transacts with third party organisations through the investment of surplus funds and endowments. This policy seeks to guide ethical investment practice by the University.</p> <p><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Ethical,Investment,and,Banking,Policy,v1.1,March,2024.pdf" >Ethical Investment and Banking Policy</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344246"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Freedom of Information Publication Scheme <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>Under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2000, you can ask the University to provide you with any information held by the University.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/data-protection-information-compliance/news/">Make Freedom of Information Request</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.1063372"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Health and Safety Policies <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The Health and Safety Department are in the process of moving their policies from the current staff/students area to a new site, making more information publicly available. Staff and students can access all health and safety related policy documents, guidance and forms from the <a title="(Opens in a new window)" href="https://universityoflincoln.sharepoint.com/sites/hs/SitePages/Default.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Health and Safety Portal</a>. As policy documents are ready to be made publicly available, these will be added below.<br /><br /><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Smoking,and,Vaping,Policy.pdf" >Smoking and Vaping Policy (PDF)</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380499"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Procedure for the Investigation of Misconduct in Research <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This procedure outlines the processes which should be followed when complaints of misconduct in research are brought against any member of staff.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://bpb-eu-w2.wpmucdn.com/blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/dist/8/8024/files/2022/05/Research-Investigation-of-Misconduct-Procedure-UKRIO-1.1.pdf">Read Our Procedure</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.346068"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Non-disclosure Agreements for Employees <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The University of Lincoln is committed to the values and behaviours that underpin our One Community, and this is reflected in our approach.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/The,University%C3%A2%C2%80%C2%99s,approach,to,Non-Disclosure,Agreements,(NDAs),for,employees.pdf">Read Our Non-disclosure Approach</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.1063370"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> People, Performance and Culture Policies <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <ul> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Academic,Sabbatical,Policy,(April,2019).pdf" >Academic Sabbatical Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Additional-Responsibility-and-Acting-up-Allowance-Policy,(October,2011).pdf" >Additional Responsibility and Acting Up Allowance Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Adverse-Weather-Conditions,Policy,(Oct,2022).pdf" >Adverse Weather Conditions Policy </a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Agency-Worker-Regulations,(October,2011).pdf" >Agency Worker Regulations</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Annual-Leave-Policy,(August,2021).pdf" >Annual Leave Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Bereavement-Guidelines,(April,2023).pdf" >Bereavement Guidelines</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Bullying-and-Harassment-Policy-and-Procedure-for-Staff,(May,2023).pdf" >Bullying and Harassment Policy and Procedure for Staff</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Covid-19-Staff-Isolation-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Covid-19 Isolation Policy for Staff</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Disciplinary-Policy,(April-2023).pdf" >Disciplinary Policy for Staff </a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a title="(Opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)</a> 馃敀 / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-eligibility-guidance#eligibility-guide" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guide to Eligibility</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://www.gov.uk/find-out-dbs-check" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DBS Type Checking Tool</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Employee-Apprenticeships-Policy,(September-2023).pdf" >Employee Apprenticeships Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Expense-Card-Policy,(April-2022).pdf" >Expense Card Policy</a> / <a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Travel-and-Expenses-Policy,(June,2024).pdf" >Travel and Expenses Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Flexible-Working-Policy,(March,2023).pdf" >Flexible Working Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Preventing-and-Responding-to-Gender-Based-Violence-Policy,(April-2023).pdf" >Gender Based Violence Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Grievance-Policy-and-Procedure,(May,2023).pdf" >Grievance Policy and Procedure</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Immigration-Reimbursement-Scheme,(September,2024).pdf" >Immigration Reimbursement Scheme</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Improving-Performance-Policy-and-Procedure,(April,2023).pdf" >Improving Performance Policy and Procedure</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Industrial-Action-Policy,(November,2018).pdf" >Industrial Action Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Leave-of-Absence-Policy,(May,2024).pdf" >Leave of Absence Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Managing-Sickness-Absence-Policy,(February,2021).pdf" >Managing Sickness Absence Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Mandatory-Training-Policy,(September,2024).pdf" >Mandatory Training Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Menopause-Policy,(September,2023).pdf" >Menopause Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Overpayment-Policy,(June,2022).pdf" >Overpayment Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Overtime-Policy,(October,2021).pdf" >Overtime Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Parental-Leave-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Parental Leave Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Research-volunteers-and-Participant-Payment-Policy,(April,2024).pdf" >Paid Participant (Research) Payment Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Pay-Protection-Policy,(April,2009).pdf" >Pay Protection Policy</a></li> <li><a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Probation-Academic-Staff-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Probation (Academic Staff) Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Probation-Professional-Services-Staff-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Probation (Professional Services Staff) Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Professional-Development-Policy,(Dec,2023).pdf" >Professional Development Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Professional-and-Career-Development-Loan-Policy,(August,2021).pdf" >Professional and Career Development Loan Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Recruitment-and-Selection-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Recruitment and Selection Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Redundancy-Redeployment-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Redundancy and Redeployment Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Relocation-Policy-New-Employees-v1.17-Feb-2023.pdf" >Relocation Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="http://www.relocationsupport.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Relocation Support Services</a></li> <li><a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Retirement Policy</a> 馃敀 / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Salary-Sacrifice-Policy,(October,2021).pdf" >Salary Sacrifice Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Season-Ticket-Loan-Policy,(September,2021).pdf" >Season Ticket Loan Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Senior-Management-Group-Salary-Review,Policy,(February,2020).pdf" >Senior Management Group Salary Review Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Social-Media-Policy-for-Staff,(November,2018).pdf" >Social Media Policy for Staff</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Staff-Student-Relationships-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Staff-Student Relationships Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Stress-in-the-Workplace-Policy,(April,2023).pdf" >Stress in the Workplace Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Supporting-New-and-Expectant-Families-Policy-and-Procedure,(May,2024).pdf" >Supporting New & Expectant Families (Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave)</a> Policy / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Time-Off-For-Training-Procedure-Guidance,(February,2022).pdf" >Time off for Training Procedure</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Trans,,Gender,Identity,and,Non,Binary,Policy,1.pdf" >Trans+, Gender Identity and Non-binary Policy</a></li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Visa-Loan-Scheme-Policy,(January,2024).pdf" >Visa Loan Scheme Policy</a> / <a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a title="(opens in a new window)" href="https://hr-internal.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forms and Guidance</a> 馃敀</li> <li><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/ppcpolicies/Working-Time-Regulations-Guidelines,(April,2008).pdf" >Working Time Regulations</a></li> </ul> <p>Some documents may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. If you need a version of a document in a more accessible format, please email <a title="(opens in email client)" href="mailto:enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.810446"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Reportable Events to Office for Students Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>This policy covers the reporting of particular incidents, circumstances, or material changes in the University of Lincoln's operating position to the Office for Students (OfS), the principle regulatory body for Higher Education in England.  </span></p> <p><span>Read our <a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Reportable,Events,Policy.pdf" >Reportable Events Policy</a>.</span></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380500"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Research Ethics Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>The University of Lincoln is committed to encouraging research of the highest quality by supporting good conduct and helping to prevent misconduct.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/researchatlincoln/researchethicsandintegrity/">Read About Our Research Ethics</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380501"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Research Excellence Framework (REF) Code of Practice <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This Code of Practice forms part of the University’s strategy to support Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in its academic activities, and in particular in research.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/University-of-Lincoln-REF-Code-of-Practice.pdf">Read the Code of Practice</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380503"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Safeguarding Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This policy sets out how the University performs its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults who are enrolled on its courses or are visiting the institution.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://bpb-eu-w2.wpmucdn.com/blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/dist/8/8024/files/2023/08/Safeguarding-Policy.pdf">Read Our Safeguarding Policy</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.765159"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Spinout Review: Statement of Best Practice Adoption 2024 <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The University of Lincoln's declaration of adoption statement regarding the government's Spinout Review and its alignment of best practice with University policy: <br /><br />The University of Lincoln is a strong proponent of research commercialisation for both monetary return and impact (societal benefit). Efforts have been made within the institution to facilitate this activity by increasing IP and research commercialisation awareness amongst academics and researchers. Commercialisation of research outputs at our institution is underpinned by our intellectual property and spinout policies and processes which are substantively aligned with the Spinout Review 2024 best practices.</p> <p><span style="color: black; background-color: white;">Areas that require amendments for full alignment include a statement addressing the National Security and Investment Act 2021 and equity distribution for software spinout companies which has been suggested by the Review at a maximum of 10% for the university and minimum of 90% for inventors. </span></p> <p>You can contact us regarding the adoption of the Spinout Review best practices by email at <a href="mailto:contracts@lincoln.ac.uk">contracts@lincoln.ac.uk</a>.</p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380505"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Student Complaints Procedure <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>The Regulations provide a means for students to raise a complaint about any service the University provides and to get that issue resolved.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/student-contention/student-complaints/">Read Our Student Complaints Regulations</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380516"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Student Protection Plan <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><span>This documents outlines identified risks to the continuation of study for our students and how we seek to mitigate them.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lincoln.ac.uk%2Fmedia%2Fresponsive2017%2Fabouttheuniversity%2Fgovernance%2Funiversitypolicies%2Fstudent-protection-plan.docx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK">Read Our Student Protection Plan</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.420989"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Transparency Information <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>Our transparency information outlines the <span>number of students who attained a particular degree or other academic award, or a particular level of such an award, on completion of their course with us.</span></p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/transparencyinformation/">Explore Transparency Information</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.344243"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> University Financial Regulations <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>The purpose of the Financial Regulations is to provide a framework for the University to conduct its financial business, protect its assets and strive for value for money. </p> <p>Read the <a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/University,Financial,Regulations.pdf" >University Financial Regulations</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380518"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> University Regulations <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>These regulations relate to undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and the University generally.</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/university-regulations/">Read Our University Regulations</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380525"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Whistleblowing Policy <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This policy sets out the policy and process for the making of disclosures in accordance with the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998.</p> <p><a href="/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Whistleblowing,Policy,-,July,2024.pdf" >Whistleblowing Policy (PDF)</a></p> </div> </details> <span id="d.en.380526"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Visitors Policy 2023 <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p>This policy provides guidance and information for all staff, students and visitors to the University regarding the processes and protocol for all visitors</p> <p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/media/responsive2017/abouttheuniversity/governance/universitypolicies/Visitors',Policy.pdf">Read Our Visitors Policy</a></p> </div> </details> </div> </section> <section class="uol-section"> <div class="uol-wrapper"> <span id="d.en.380529"></span> <p><span>The list above is not exhaustive. You can find more information about governance arrangements and other policy documents on the<a href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/"> University's Legal and Compliance Services</a></span><a href="https://secretariat.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/"> microsite<span>.</span></a></p> </div> </section><section class="uol-section"> <div class="uol-wrapper"> <span id="d.en.551993"></span> <h2>Policy Resources for Staff</h2> </div> </section> <section class="uol-section"> <div class="uol-wrapper"> <span id="d.en.551994"></span> <details class="uol-accordion --primary"> <summary class="--title --title--light"> Policy Framework and Templates <span class="--svg-cnt-small"> <svg class="--svg-expand-small" aria-hidden="true"><use xlink:href="#expand"></use></svg> </span> </summary> <div class="--content --content--light"> <p><a href="/media/universityoflincoln/document/governence/policies/University,Policy,Framework,-,October,2024.pdf" class="btn btn-primary">University Policy Framework </a></p> 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