Accommodation Service Equality & Diversity Statement
‘The University of Cambridge is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to a pro-active and inclusive approach to equality, which supports and encourages all under-represented groups, promotes an inclusive culture, and values diversity.’ Statutes and Ordinances
The Accommodation Service is committed to ensuring that all stakeholders, whether landlords, prospective tenants or other service users, are treated fairly, equitably and with respect.
The Accommodation Service will not discriminate unlawfully because of Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage & Civil Partnership, Pregnancy and Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief, Sex or Sexual Orientation.
More information on the University’s work in relation to equality and diversity can be found on the E&D Section webpages.
Disclaimer
The Accommodation Service provided by the University of Cambridge (the University) acts solely as a platform to allow registered users to advertise available properties to registered clients.
For Tenants:
The University does not ascertain the condition of any property advertised on the Accommodation Servioce website.
All property descriptions, related documentation (property certificates, reports etc) and listed items on the website have been provided by the landlord or property owner for information purposes. These materials have not been reviewed by the University and it cannot guarantee their accuracy. You are solely responsible for verifying directly with the property owner or agent all advertised details.
Any Tenancy Agreement resulting from the use of the Accommodation Service website is a direct agreement between the property owner an dthe tenant. The University does not review these terms, nor is it a party to the Tenancy Agreemenht and therefore has no rights or obligations relating to that contract.
For property owners/landlords(and their agents)
By using the Accommodation Service, you confirm that you have the right to advertise and rent out the property you wish to list.
You also confirm that all relevant financial and other transactions comply with UK Housing, Anti-Money-Laundering and Anti-Modern Slavery legislation.
For each property advertised, valid copies of any EPC, EICR, Gas or Oil safety certificate must be provided where applicable prior to advertising. Failure to do so will mean properties will not be registered or advertised.
You are solely responsible for verifying the suitability and legal status of prospective tenants, including Right to Rent checks, and ensuring that ay deposit is protected under a certified scheme.
Conditions of Use
The Service is intended to provide a useful introduction to available accommodation. Please note our Disclaimers
The Accommodation Service reserves the right to suspend any individual's account (landlord or client) when deemed necessary at any time. Accounts that are the subject of a complaint are automatically suspended while the complaint is investigated.
Accommodation Service staff have the right to work in a safe environment. All service users are expected to treat members of staff and other service users with respect and dignity, refraining from abusive or intimidating behaviour, unlawful discrimination or harassment. Any instances of poor behaviour will be treated very seriously and we reserve the right to limit or remove access to our service.
Unless otherwise stated, the copyright, database rights and similar rights in all material published on the website are owned by the University of Cambridge. You are permitted to print or download extracts from this material for your personal use only. No part of the website or any material appearing on the site may be reproduced, stored, emailed or transmitted on any other website without prior written permission of the University of Cambridge Accommodation Service.
