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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Holly Bancroft

Disabled students and staff face discrimination at leading university, as documents reveal bullying is ‘rife’

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Disabled students have experienced bullying, harassment and discrimination at a leading Russell Group university, the institution’s own research has found, prompting campaigners to warn of “widespread” problems across education.

Newly-uncovered documents reveal the University of Sheffield was failing to use support plans designed to help some disabled students with their classes, while some staff with disabilities reported feeling anxious and even suicidal due to the lack of help.

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