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Code for the Protection of Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom

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Status	Historic	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	10th September 2020	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	10th September 2023	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	University Council	The noted authority approved this is version of the document.
Approval Date	14th August 2020	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	4th June 2024	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Responsible Executive	Alex Zelinsky Vice-Chancellor alex.zelinsky@newcastle.edu.au	This is the senior officer with responsibility for the document.
Enquiries Contact	Dianne Allen University Secretary dianne.allen@newcastle.edu.au Governance and Assurance Services	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

8 April 2024: Reference to Staff Code of Conduct added. Approved by University Secretary as administrative amendment.

22 March 2021: Definition “University Business” amended. Approved as administrative amendment by University Secretary.

The Code for the Protection of Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom was developed in consideration of the Model Code for the Protection of Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom in Australian Higher Education Providers, commissioned by the Minister for Education in 2018; as well as the context of the University of Newcastle and an appropriate assessment of risks.

Clauses Amended:Guideline: All