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Ane Vernon, a Disputes Resolution Partner at law firm Payne Hicks Beach, who works extensively in the Education sector, shared her insights on the situation. She pointed out that “Professor Arday’s resignation would not, by itself, entitle students to compensation or a review of their results.” However, she emphasised that students could pursue complaints if they believe that the issues under investigation have negatively impacted the quality of their teaching, supervision, or assessment.
Vernon further explained that “any complaint or appeal would require evidence of a material impact on a student’s tuition or results,” noting that a legal claim would typically necessitate proof of a breach of contract or other duty that has resulted in loss. In light of the circumstances, she suggested that Cambridge University may still need to conduct a review of affected work or supervision “to reassure students that all standards were maintained.”
Ane Vernon is a partner at law firm Payne Hicks Beach. She specialises in disputes arising in the commercial, education, and regulatory sectors, including safeguarding.
