In line with the published REF2021 guidance, Lancaster has developed a Code of Practice which has been approved by the VC and submitted to Research England. The Code is an important document which describes our REF preparation processes and is available to all staff. The Code has been updated as a result of Research England changes to the REF submission timetable due to Covid-19.

The new REF 2021 Code of Practice Lancaster ‌

An updated version with tracked changes showing the amendments REF Code of Practice with tracked changes .

The following appendices for the Codes of Practice are available:

• Independent Researcher
• REF Data Collection Statement for the REF2021
• REF Declaration of circumstances Completed forms should only be sent to REF-circumstances@lancaster.ac.uk

If you have any queries about REF or the code please email REFCOP@lancaster.ac.uk