The Policy and Procedure have been updated to clarify key governance and approval requirements relating to University travel. The updates define Essential and Non-Essential Travel, introduce guidance on the use of Personal Leave where travel extends beyond one additional day before or after a business-related event (e.g., a conference), and clarify funding requirements where the personal component of travel exceeds 50% of the total travel duration.
The changes also introduce additional traveller requirements to support line manager and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) pre-approval, ensuring appropriate visibility of the full travel itinerary prior to booking. In addition, the updates establish the membership and role of the Essential Travel Review Committee during periods of elevated travel risk, providing a clear governance framework for assessing travel requests in higher-risk circumstances.


Clauses Amended:Policy: 1,2,4-11,13-17,25-27