The Student Elections 2026: voting week

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You've heard from your candidates and read their manifestos: it's time to vote for who will be your new student leaders!

As part of The Student Elections 2026 period, voting week is the most important part as the future leaders are selected by the members of The Students' Union, you! Your voice really matters and will determine the future of The Students' Union so it is vital that you read the manifestos of the candidates, look at their campaign material and make an informed choice.

Head to a polling station location or vote online to vote for your favourite, remember to vote for as many positions as you can and that you can vote in order of preference so don't just think of your number one candidate! As a thank you for using your voice we will be giving out different prizes and rewards for those who have voted so encourage your friends to get involved and get some free stuff!

It's important that as a voter you are well informed of your rights to engage in a free and fair election. The full Election Rules and FAQs about the elections can be found on our website, the related Election Rule with regards to voting can be found below:

"During voting, campaigners must not interfere with the free and fair ballot casting of a student. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Seeking to influence or deliberately observe a voter who is engaged in the act of voting;
• Casting a vote for someone else, with or without their consent;
• Offering a cash bribe or goods in return for votes;
• Handle a device that is used for casting a vote or provide their own voting device (an electronic device with access to The Students’ Union website is considered a voting device)."

When to vote

Voiting is open Monday 23 March 2026, 08:00 – Thursday 26 March 2026, 18:00.

Where to vote

You can vote at Students’ Union polling stations or vote online.

Accessibility

Contact suelections@uwe.ac.uk if you require any information or reasonable adjustments.