University of Greater Manchester Students' Union
Our primary objective is to make positive change for students. We do this by representing their views, needs and concerns to the University of Bolton, the National Union of Students, and Government. We offer advice on a variety of matters as well as giving students the opportunity for development through our sports clubs, societies, and volunteer positions.
Objects
THE UNIONS OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY:4.1 PROMOTING THE INTERESTS AND WELFARE OF STUDENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER DURING THEIR COURSE OF STUDY AND REPRESENTING, SUPPORTING AND ADVISING STUDENTS;4.2 BEING THE RECOGNISED REPRESENTATIVE CHANNEL BETWEEN STUDENTS AND THE UNIVERSITY OF GREATER MANCHESTER AND ANY OTHER EXTERNAL BODIES; AND4.3 PROVIDING SOCIAL, CULTURAL, SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FORUMS FOR DISCUSSIONS AND DEBATE FOR THE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT OF ITS STUDENTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £10,628 for the year ended 31 July 2025, bringing total unrestricted funds to a negative balance of £580,752. The trustees confirm that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis, citing adequate resources and continued support from the University of Greater Manchester. The charity operates a defined benefit pension scheme which carries a disclosed liability of £703,302.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Union that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure.” — page 7
“The Union received its block grant and other grants of £301,101 (2024 £345,000) from the University of Greater Manchester. The Union occupies the University's buildings on a rent free basis under informal arrangements. In accordance with the Charities SORP 2015 the trustees have estimated the use of the buildings and the utilities at £24,000 (2024 £24,000). The details of trustees' remuneration and expenses are disclosed in the notes above.” — page 22
“Other debtors include £2,489 (2024 - £Nil) of advances made to S Mehmood who is a director and a trustee. The loan is interest free and repayable over a ten month period.” — page 20
“The Union received its block grant and other grants of £301,101 (2024 £345,000) from the University of Greater Manchester. The Union occupies the University's buildings on a rent free basis under informal arrangements. In accordance with the Charities SORP 2015 the trustees have estimated the use of the buildings and the utilities at £24,000 (2024 £24,000). The details of trustees' remuneration and expenses are disclosed in the notes above.” — page 22
“Other debtors include £2,489 (2024 - £Nil) of advances made to S Mehmood who is a director and a trustee. The loan is interest free and repayable over a ten month period.” — page 20
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Campaigns and political activity policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Conflicting interests
- Engaging external speakers at charity events policy and procedures
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2024)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (07/07/2014)
Trustees
- Ian Tevor Savagechair
- Julie Bateman
- Kathleen Rosemarie Davies
- Paul Chapman
- Saad Mehmood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £436k | £425k |
| 31/07/2024 | £524k | £478k |
| 31/07/2023 | £513k | £437k |
| 31/07/2022 | £481k | £396k |
| 31/07/2021 | £314k | £313k |
Common questions
Is University of Greater Manchester Students' Union financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £10,628 for the year ended 31 July 2025, bringing total unrestricted funds to a negative balance of £580,752. The trustees confirm that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis, citing adequate resources and continued support from the University of Greater Manchester. The charity operates a defined benefit pension scheme which carries a disclosed liability of £703,302. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/10/2024 | £17k | Empowering students to be better citizens |