The guidelines for promotion for policy staff can be found here.
From 1 September 2026, promotion cases will be considered by the Research Fellow and Policy Staff Promotions Panel. The Panel will meet once a term to consider cases for promotion.
In 2026/27, all cases submitted will be subject to the following submission and review schedule:
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Term
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Deadline for submission of cases
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Deadline for Referees letters to be returned to HR
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Research Fellow and Policy Staff Promotions Panel meeting date
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Autumn
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Monday 19th October
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Friday 20th November
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Thursday 3rd December
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Winter
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Monday 1st February
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Friday 5th March
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Thursday 18th March
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Spring
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Monday 26th April
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Thursday 28th May
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Thursday 10th June
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Candidates are now also able to submit Optional Declarations of Individual Circumstances as part of their case. The relevant guidance is here, and the relevant form can be downloaded here.