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The Science Minister has announced a short pause in setting criteria and publishing final guidance for REF 2029. While the overall timeline remains unchanged, some milestones, including the publication of Guidance modules, are delayed.

We are pleased to share that seventeen researchers from across ¹û¶³´«Ã½ have been appointed to support the REF Secretariat and the People, Culture and Environment pilot panels.

Thinking of applying for academic promotion? Take a look at the key dates and join a Promotions Explained event (10,14,15 October) to learn more about the framework and how to prepare a strong application. Able to support colleagues through the process? See how to volunteer as a promotions adviser.

SafeZoneLink opens in a new window, our free safety app, launched to staff earlier this year, will be available to all new and returning students this autumn. Staying safe and connected is vital. If you’ve not already done it, download it now!

When working abroad, especially in countries with different privacy laws, it’s key to keep your data and devices secure. Read the Working Abroad Information Security PolicyLink opens in a new window to find out how to protect your information wherever you go.

Curious about what other teams at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ are up to? Visit our news standLink opens in a new window to stay up to date with news from across the University. If your department has a staff newsletter to share, let us know.

Don’t miss out on the staff discount for ¹û¶³´«Ã½'s Holiday SchemeLink opens in a new window this autumn half term. Suitable for 5-12 year-olds, the camp offers a range of educational and cultural activities. The discount ends 5 October.

We caught up with Emma Cann (Social Inclusion) and Paul Blagburn (Education Group), to find out how we support sanctuary students and how our community can get involved.

WBS’s MSc Management ranks second in the UK and first for salary growth, with graduates seeing a 62 per cent increase three years after completing the course.