the police. Concerns were also expressed that it is difficult to see how elements of the
Zellick guidelines can be reconciled with the legal duties on universities under the
Human Rights Act 1998.
184. On the basis of the evidence the Taskforce agreed that the Zellick guidelines should be
reviewed and new guidance published.
Universities UK should conduct a thorough review of the 1994 Zellick guidelines
and produce new guidance for the sector on how to handle disciplinary issues
that may also constitute a criminal offence.
REVIEWING ZELLICK
185. The review is underway. Legal advice has been sought and a steering group established
to inform the review. The steering group consists of representatives from universities
and the NUS.
186. New guidance will be published in autumn 2016. This will provide universities with
updated advice on how to handle student disciplinary issues that may also constitute a
criminal offence.
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