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25 Nov 2020: We recognise that working with institutions to gain their input and feedback is critical to the success of the project and have therefore engaged in the following ways: 1:1 meetings with those institutions who have the highest usage of the UPS.

22 Oct 2020: The ATAS requirement only applies to certain nationalities, and in certain roles and research fields. ... where the individual does not yet hold a PhD, they would be be appointed as Research Assistant in the first instance.

21 Aug 2020: Given the significant and ongoing anticipated impact on research during lockdown and the recovery phase, and as a temporary measure, extensions for research staff may also be agreed for up to

1 Jul 2020: Institutions are advised of the following updates and points of clarification on the University’s furlough scheme. Please note that the University’s scheme currently runs until 31 July 2020. Information about arrangements from 1 August 2020 will

25 Nov 2020: A detailed review was undertaken to replace the current University Payment System (UPS) for payments to light-touch self-employed and casual workers to identify the improvements required for a more efficient and user-friendly system for institutions.

25 Nov 2020: We recognise that the current process for engaging casual workers can be time-consuming and inefficient. By implementing a new system and changing and improving the efficiency of our processes, the engagement of our casual workforce will be quicker

16 Apr 2020: 1] Academic University is defined as the core teaching and research activities of the University, including museums, but excluding Cambridge University Press, Cambridge Assessment, WNWCE Board, the Investment Office and all

7 Oct 2020: Academic and Research roles.

18 Sep 2020: The review of the UPS system has brought to light that, in some cases, it may be more appropriate to engage casual staff carrying out regular and ongoing teaching on employment contracts. We are working closely with our trade union colleagues to

19 May 2020: Linkedin Learning is now available for all University and College staff and students, alongside existing provision for Professional Development and academic study. This resource, widely used by many high performing Universities, offers online