Two appearances by the former Cambridge professor have been cancelled, after he quit his role and the university launched an investigation last week.

Arday said he was resigning from his positions as a Cambridge sociology of education professor, and a fellow at the university's Jesus College, with "immediate effect".

The controversial academic also faces scrutiny over claims about his athletic feats, such as running 30 marathons in 35 days.

Professor Jason Arday stepped down from his role earlier this week