Glasgow Caledonian has a strong theoretical framework, encouraging minority/controversial views, with a strong emphasis on the Equality Act of 2010.
Glasgow Caledonian’s Protocol for Managing Events and External Speakers states that “The University is committed to the principles of academic freedom and freedom of speech and expression and recognises that minority and/or controversial views are best countered by rational argument. The University must balance the right to freedom of speech with the need to safeguard the wellbeing of its staff and students and its duty to comply with the following key legislation relevant to this.”
An external pro-life speaker would be “considered with the usual risk assessments being carried out in line with the University’s Protocol for Managing Events and External Speakers.” When asked about the Equality Act 2010, Glasgow Caledonian referred to the Dignity at Work and
Study Policy which states that the University is “committed to providing an inclusive and positive environment where everybody is treated with dignity and respect” and “equality is promoted, and diversity is valued…” Implementation of the Policy is supported by the University’s Equality
Outcomes Framework, one of the specific duties of the Equality Act 2010.
An external pro-life speaker would be “considered with the usual risk assessments being carried out in line with the University’s Protocol for Managing Events and External Speakers.” When asked about the Equality Act 2010, Glasgow Caledonian referred to the Dignity at Work and
Study Policy which states that the University is “committed to providing an inclusive and positive environment where everybody is treated with dignity and respect” and “equality is promoted, and diversity is valued…” Implementation of the Policy is supported by the University’s Equality
Outcomes Framework, one of the specific duties of the Equality Act 2010.