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Below you can find a list of common questions people have around elections, so if something’s not covered elsewhere on the website, it probably lives here! It’s also a one-stop shop for key information, so even if you don’t have a specific question in mind, it’s worth a read. If your question isn’t on here, please feel free to email us.

voice@su.rhul.ac.uk

Key dates

Voting opens (10:00)
7 March 2023

Voting closes (14:00)
9 March 2023

Results Night (20:00-21:30)
9 March 2023

When does voting open?

Voting opens at 10am on Tuesday 7 March 2023 and closes at 2pm on Thursday 9 March 2023.

When is Results Night?

Results Night will be held in the SU Main Hall from 20:00-21:30 on Thursday 9 March. All students are welcome to attend!

What happens if I'm elected?

Congratulations! We’ll be in touch shortly after Results Night to let you know what to expect over the coming months ahead of starting in your role.

What kind of support is available?

The Students’ Union is able to provide a range of support. You can find various guides on the Candidate Hub, and workshops and training will be run in Term Two. Full-time staff members will also be on hand to assist you during the campaigning process.

How many people can I have on my campaign team?

As many as you’d like! Past candidates have usually had a small core team in charge of different areas (social media, ideas etc.), with a larger team for canvassing and campaigning.

How much is the candidate’s budget?

Each full-time candidate has a maximum personal spend of £50, and each part-time candidate can spend a maximum of £20. In addition, the Students’ Union will provide up to £10 worth of printing without charge.

Can student groups endorse candidates?

No, student groups cannot endorse candidates in an official capacity.

How do I make a complaint about the elections process?

All complaints are considered by the Students’ Union Elections team. To submit a complaint please complete the online form.

Submit complaint

What do we mean by 'allowing students to cast their votes in private?

We understand that candidates would want to make the process of voting easy and simple.

However, they have to make sure that each person has the chance to vote for whoever they want. This means that candidates may not use phones, tablets, laptops, or any other personal device for students to cast their votes. Candidates must vote of their own accord, and a five-metre no-campaigning zone is in place around any voting station.

The Students’ Union will operate ballot stations to allow students free and fair access to vote during the elections period, these will be overseen by SU staff at all times.

Where can people vote?

Voting is open from 7-9 March 2023 and all votes are cast online through the Students’ Union website or app.

What is the process if someone can't access the voting system?

First of all you need to check that you are a member of the Students’ Union. You can look through our login guide or contact the Assistant Returning Officer at voice@su.rhul.ac.uk.

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