Referenda

 

A referenda is defined as "...a ballot in which all Student Members of the Union are entitled to cast a vote...". For more information on Students' Union governance please see our Governing Documents.

 

A referenda is a 'Yes' or 'No' vote. 

 

What can be decided by a referenda?

 

  • The Removal of any Elected Officers
  • Policy (within the Students' Union and a wider stance)
  • Affiliations
  • Supporting or Condeming strike action

 

How can a referenda be triggered?

 

  • a resolution of the trustees
  • a simple majority vote of Student Senate
  • a secure petition signed by at least 500 student members

To start a peition or submit policy to student senate just contact democracy@cardiff.ac.uk who can support you. 

 

How can a referenda be passed?

 

At least 1,500 student members must vote by the close of poll. A referenda will be deemed to pass if there is a majority of votes in favour of the motion. 

 

Live Referenda

 

There are no referenda running at the present time.

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