November 2023
RELATIONSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN BANGOR UNIVERSITY AND THE STUDENTS' UNION
Note: Legally the Students’ Union is a separate entity from the University and is an Incorporated Charity. Under the 2006 Charities Act, Bangor University Students’ Union is a registered charity (charity number 1177930). It is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (company number 11295063), whose registered office is at 4th Floor Pontio, Deiniol Road, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL572TQ. 1.
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PREAMBLE 1.1
The University's Charter provides for there to be an organisation of the students of the University. The organisation of students is known as 'Bangor University Students' Union', hereinafter called 'the Union'.
1.2
Under the Education Act 1994, the University Council is obliged to take steps to ensure that the Union operates in a fair and democratic manner, that it holds democratic elections (by secret ballot) for the appointment of major union offices, and that the Union’s financial affairs are properly conducted.
1.3
The objects of the Union are the advancement of education of students at Bangor University for the public benefit, by: [i]
promoting the interests and welfare of students at Bangor University, during their courses of study, and representing, supporting and advising students.
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being the recognised representative channel between students and Bangor University, and any other external bodies.
[iii]
providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities, and forums for discussions and debate, for the personal development of Bangor University students.
1.4
The purpose of this agreement is to set clearly the nature of the relationship between the University and the Union and the obligations and responsibilities which arise.
1.5
The operation of this agreement is subject to the Charter & Statutes of the University and relevant legislation, particularly the Education Act 1994.
FINANCE 2.1
The University will pay the Students’ Union a grant on an annual basis as a contribution towards its running costs, and this allocation may be subject to certain conditions.
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