Notice is hereby provided for a National Union of Students (NUS) Referendum at Hallam Students' Union (HSU).

In line with our Students' Union Bye-Laws, this referendum is only considered valid if 1% of Student Members have voted in it. The referendum is decided by a simple majority (i.e., if there are more 'Yes' votes than 'No' votes, then the referendum passes).

The question we're asking

Should Hallam Students' Union remain a member of the National Union of Students (NUS) or leave the National Union of Students?

Your options:

• Remain a member of NUS
• Leave NUS
• Abstain

NUS Referendum timeline

The key dates for the Referendum are as follows:

• Voting opens: Monday 10 March, 9am
• Voting closes: Thursday 13 March, 4pm
• Provisional results: Friday 14 March

Regulations and rules governing the Referendum

Our regulations govern Hallam Students' Union referendums, ensuring they are free and fair. The process by which these regulations are implemented is outlined in our Bye-Laws (Bye-Law 5) in conjunction with our Referendum Regulations.

Want to learn more?

View our Referendum Hub for more information, including the general arguments for either side of the debate.

Want to be involved in campaigning to leave or remain?

If you would like to form or join a campaign team for or against this referendum question, please reach out to us at democracy@shu.ac.uk.

Individuals who would like to be a part of a campaign team have until Friday 28 February, 5pm to express interest.

Any questions?

Please get in touch with us at democracy@shu.ac.uk.