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Ethics policy framework

This page functions as a hub to start bringing together the University’s policies and procedures relating to corporate and academic ethics.

Academic activity

• Code of practice and principles for good ethical governance
• Code of practice on Research Integrity
• Research Misconduct policy and procedure
• University Statement on the Use of Animals in Research

Freedom of speech

• Regulation 10: Freedom of speech within the University

Responsible business practice

• University of York Statement on Responsible Investment (PDF , 376kb) (November 2019)
• University Framework for Ethical Consideration of External Funding (PDF , 41kb) (under review)
• Philanthropic Gifts, Grants and Donations Policy (2019)
• Philanthropy and Recognition Due Diligence Policy (2020)
• Philanthropy and Recognition Naming Policy and Process (2020)
• Policy on non-academic honorary degrees and fellowships (2021)
• Policy on Declaring Interests, Managing Conflicts of Interest, and Gifts and Hospitality (2020)
• Anti-Bribery Policy
• Sustainability Strategy
• Slavery and human trafficking statement

Whistleblowing

• Speak Up (Public Interest Disclosure) policy