The University of London has suspended its vice-chancellor, Professor Wendy Thomson, following allegations of bullying and poor leadership. The decision came after a board meeting led by deputy chair Kavita Reddi, with unanimous support from the board of trustees. Thomson faces accusations of fostering a culture of fear and aggression within the university, while she herself has raised grievances concerning governance and staffing issues. The situation unfolds during a tumultuous period for the university, recently marked by leadership changes on the board of trustees.
In a letter seen by the newspaper, Simon Cain, the university's director of human resources, confirmed the board of trustees had unanimously decided to suspend Thomson pending the outcome of an independent investigation.
Thomson did not respond to the bullying allegations but stated that she had submitted her own complaint regarding governance and staff issues, according to the letter.
We believe disclosing concerns about bullying and poor leadership by the vice-chancellor ... is of the utmost public interest, the letter reportedly said.
Employees claimed the university suffered from a serious lack of strategic direction while there were repeated displays of aggressive and belittling behaviour.
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