A group of academics, including Professor Priyamvada Gopal, has publicly called for an independent investigation into the appointment of Professor Jason Arday at the University of Cambridge. The request stems from concerns regarding the transparency and integrity of the university's internal hiring processes. Proponents of the inquiry argue that the institution should not be permitted to oversee its own review, a sentiment captured by Professor Gopal’s assertion that Cambridge should not be "marking its own homework."

While the call for an inquiry highlights a push for greater institutional accountability, the specific details regarding the alleged irregularities in the appointment process remain limited in current reporting. The university has not yet issued a detailed public response to these specific demands for an external review. The situation underscores a broader debate within academic circles regarding how universities handle internal governance and the extent to which external oversight is necessary when questions about high-profile appointments arise. As of now, the primary focus remains on the group's insistence that an outside body is required to ensure a fair and objective assessment of the situation.