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Elections Week - Your Vote Matters!

The opportunity to vote for the 20205/26 Elected Officers is finally here. Voting kicks off at 9am on Monday, March 3rd, and wraps up at 1pm on Thursday, March 6th. Why should you care about voting? Have a read through this article!

Posted Mon, Mar 3, 2025 9:00 AM

For the past few weeks, we’ve been buzzing about Elections Week, and the moment is finally here! Voting kicks off at 9am on Monday, March 3rd, and wraps up at 1pm on Thursday, March 6th.

But why should you vote? Because your student experience is shaped by the leaders you vote for this week.

This week, we’ll be selecting the 2025/26 Elected Officer team, the team that will amplify your voice at the highest level. Many candidates have stepped forward because they truly believe they can bring about positive changes to enhance your student experience.

What difference does a vote make? Have a look at what the previous Officers achieved:

24 Hour Library opening hours
Extended University Bus Route
Free Zoom access for all students
£10k funding for suicide prevention training for personal tutors and support services
Development of the sexual harassment policy
More varied food options in campus cafes
Free food parcels and Breakfast Club to support student in the cost of living crisis
Influenced national housing policy to improve renters rights
And so much more!

The candidates this year could be advocating for the exact issues that matter to you!

📢 Your voice, your vote, your future! Take a moment to check out their manifestos on our Instagram page (@myportsu) and engage with their campaigns across campus.

🗳️ Make your vote count 🗳️

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