Welcome to our 2026 Elections
Introduction
Nominations for this year’s Students’ Union Elections are now open until Friday 13th March. We’re looking for students who care about making things better and want to stand for election. Students who want to:
- Build positive relationships with staff and students
- Listen to what students are saying and work with others to turn that into action
- Bring different Communities together
- Earn a part-time salary alongside studying
- Develop valuable leadership skills
Elected Students’ Union and School Representatives work closely with the University to improve the student experience and make sure student voice stays front and centre in decision-making.
Key Dates
Mark your calendar so you don't miss out on shaping your Union's future:
2nd – 13th March
Nominations Period
16th March
Candidates' Briefing
16th – 22nd March
Candidate Support &
Workshop Week
23rd – 26th March
Voting Week
Roles Available
Paid Roles – Students' Union Representatives
4 positions available
- Students' Union Representative (Governance)
- Students' Union Representative
- Students' Union Representative
- Students' Union Representative
These are paid leadership roles where you'll represent students at the highest level, work with University leadership, and drive real change across campus.
Read the Students' Union Representative Job Description
Read the Students' Union Representative (Governance) Job Description
Voluntary Roles – School Representatives
10 positions available – one for each School
As a School Representative, you'll connect and build relationships with the academic communities and leaders within your school. You'll be the voice for students in your area of study.
- School of Arts and Media
- School of Business
- School of Engineering and Computing
- School of Health, Social Work and Sport
- School of Law and Policing
- School of Medicine and Dentistry
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
- School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- School of Psychology and Humanities
- School of Veterinary Medicine
Read the School Representative Job Description
NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
We will fully support you if you decide to stand for election – no previous campaigning or leadership experience is necessary.
As a potential candidate, you will have access to:
- A full introduction to the Students’ Union, the roles, how the elections work, and what to expect from the process
- Dedicated one-to-one time to ask questions and talk through the responsibilities before submitting a nomination
- Practical support to build confidence in speaking to students, sharing ideas clearly, and having effective conversations
- Guidance on how to shape an Action Plan around the Student Priorities
- Advice and tips on how to engage students both online and across campus
Byelaws and Election Rules
Our Byelaws and Election Rules set the standard for fairness and transparency throughout the election process.
Read Byelaw 5: Elections
Read Byelaw 3: Elected Representatives
Read our Election Rules
Complaints
If you believe election rules have been breached, you can submit a complaint. You must provide evidence, or the Deputy Returning Officer (DRO) cannot consider it. Complaints must be submitted within one hour of voting closing.
Submit a Complaint
Issues witH NOMINATIONS?
Email suelections@lancashire.ac.uk as soon as you can and one of the team will help.