Higher expectations for how reports are handled.
Universities and colleges in England now face specific regulatory requirements on harassment and sexual misconduct.
Office for Students condition E6
Since 1 August 2025, registered providers must prevent and respond to harassment and sexual misconduct, publish a single comprehensive source of information, train staff and not use NDAs that stop students speaking.
Official sourceThe staff harassment duty
From 30 October 2026, employers must take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of staff and are liable for harassment by third parties.
Official sourceThe Prevent duty
Universities and colleges must have due regard to preventing people being drawn into terrorism and refer concerns through safeguarding routes.
Official sourceColleges with under-18s
Further education colleges must follow Keeping Children Safe in Education, including handling concerns and allegations about staff.
Official sourceFor a full overview, see our UK safeguarding and whistleblowing legislation guide.
Accessible for students, auditable for you.
Separate portals for students and staff, available on any device in 29 languages, with every case recorded so you can show how reports were handled.
- Anonymous reporting with secure two-way follow-up
- Separate portals for students, staff and visitors
- Available on any device, at any time, in 29 languages
- Voice notes and tick boxes for people who find writing hard
- Case management with a full audit trail
- Statistics to inform policy and governance reporting
Questions we are often asked.
Does Speak Out Safe help with Office for Students condition E6?
Condition E6 expects accessible reporting routes and clear handling of reports. Speak Out Safe provides a well-publicised reporting channel and a full record of how each report is handled, which you can use as evidence.
Can students report anonymously?
Yes. Students can stay anonymous and still answer follow-up questions through secure two-way messaging.
Can students and staff use separate channels?
Yes. You can run separate portals for students, staff and other groups, each routed to the right team.
Give every student and member of staff a safe way to speak.
A short, no-obligation demo with a founder, set up around your organisation.