Group calls for ‘thorough and transparent investigation’ of hiring of professor who resigned after his claims came under scrutiny

In a statement, the university said it had 'begun an investigation following new information about Professor Arday's academic qualifications and honorary appointments'.

Professor Jason Arday had been at the centre of a growing row over allegations that he had copied parts of his PhD from another student.

Star sociology professor quits amid allegations of plagiarism and academic misconduct

Cambridge probes plagiarism claims against professor | Education News

Cambridge has launched a probe into Jason Arday’s qualifications.