‘Reckless’ behaviour by Queen’s University students being investigated

Queen’s University (QUB) has launched an investigation into what it has called “irresponsible and reckless behaviour” by some students in its halls of residence.

By Gemma Murray

Published 5th Oct 2020, 08:16 BST

The BBC are reporting that in an email to students, the university said “disciplinary measures” could result.

The investigation involves allegations over a party breaching Covid-19 guidelines.

It took place in an area of the Elms BT9 student village on October 1.

In a statement, QUB said it was “aware of a video showing students on university premises breaching public health guidelines, putting their safety and the safety of those around them at risk”.

On Monday 28 September, QUB said about 100 students in the halls of residence had been told to self-isolate.

That came after about 30 students living in the Elms halls had tested positive for Covid-19.

Elms BT9 is an extensive site on Belfast’s Malone Road, about 10 minutes walk from the university campus.

It is run by QUB and houses mainly first-year undergraduate students.