UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER STUDENTS' UNION
University of Manchester Students' Union is a students' union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994, devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Union recorded a net deficit of £457,390 for the year ended 31 July 2025, resulting in a decrease in total net assets to £4,576,735. The Trustees confirm that unrestricted reserves of £974,331 remain above the stated minimum policy target of £721,000. The auditor issued a qualified opinion regarding the verification of certain fixed asset investments and bank balances, but confirmed the going concern basis of preparation is appropriate.
What the accounts disclose
“In the band £90,001 - £100,000 1”
“The minimum unrestricted reserve balance is £721,000.” — page 20
“During the year ended 31 July 2025, 8 Student Trustees received remuneration and other benefits, including employers pension contributions and National Insurance contributions, totalling £227,919” — page 46
“During the year, the Union made purchases of goods and services from the University of Manchester totalling £1,497,224” — page 54
“During the year ended 31 July 2025, the total gift aid donated by the company to the Union was £412,318” — page 54
“During the year, the Union made purchases of goods and services from the University of Manchester totalling £1,497,224” — page 54
“During the year ended 31 July 2025, the total gift aid donated by the company to the Union was £412,318” — page 54
“During the year, the Union made purchases of goods and services from the University of Manchester totalling £1,497,224” — page 54
“During the year ended 31 July 2025, the total gift aid donated by the company to the Union was £412,318” — page 54
“During the year, the Union made purchases of goods and services from the University of Manchester totalling £1,497,224” — page 54
“During the year ended 31 July 2025, the total gift aid donated by the company to the Union was £412,318” — page 54
“During the year, the Union operated two trading subsidiaries, Manchester Academy Venues Ltd (company number 8638433) and Th1rt3en Media Ltd (company number 10854553).” — page 24
In the news
- New pro-life society approved by University of Manchester Students’ Union
- University of Manchester Students' Union bans clapping
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (03/10/2025)
- Received assets from another charity (03/10/2025)
Trustees
- Aaina Mohapatra
- Alec James Severs
- Catherine Frances Bate
- David Ronald WEATHERALL
- Olivia Delores Hinds
- Renarta Kelly GUY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £8.3m | £8.8m |
| 31/07/2024 | £8.7m | £8.7m |
| 31/07/2023 | £7.8m | £7.7m |
| 31/07/2022 | £14.1m | £6.9m |
| 31/07/2021 | £4.0m | £3.9m |
Common questions
Is UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER STUDENTS' UNION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Union recorded a net deficit of £457,390 for the year ended 31 July 2025, resulting in a decrease in total net assets to £4,576,735. The Trustees confirm that unrestricted reserves of £974,331 remain above the stated minimum policy target of £721,000. The auditor issued a qualified opinion regarding the verification of certain fixed asset investments and bank balances, but confirmed the going concern basis of preparation is appropriate. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Cooper Parry Group Limited.
What does the highest-paid employee of UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER STUDENTS' UNION earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £90,001 - £100,000 band.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/11/2008 | £10k | Safe in the City |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| QUINTIN HOGG TRUST | 1 | £540k |
| BRITISH UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES SPORT LIMITED | 1 | £296 |
Charities like this
- THE UNION, MMU
- GREENWICH STUDENTS UNION LTD
- THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD STUDENTS' UNION
- UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX STUDENTS' UNION
- UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER STUDENTS' UNION
- UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD STUDENTS' UNION
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER STUDENTS' UNION | £8.3m | £90,001 - £100,000 | — | above | — | no doubt |
| THE UNION, MMU | £4.1m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| GREENWICH STUDENTS UNION LTD | £4.4m | £70,001 - £80,000 | 2 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD STUDENTS' UNION | £10.4m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX STUDENTS' UNION | £6.5m | — | 1 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER STUDENTS' UNION | £3.0m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |