CONSTITUTION

The Students’ Union works under a set of rules we refer to as the Constitution.  This is made up of several documents which govern various areas.

CORE CONSTITUTION

The Core Constitution are the over-riding documents that set out the Students’ Union’s existence and objectives.  These are high-level documents that are not easy to change, and are required by law.

Articles of Association

This is the legal document that creates the Student’s Union as a Company Limited by Guarantee, in accordance with Section 18 of the Companies Act 2006.  It describes the role of the Board of Trustees, their powers and how they can make decisions.

Strategic Plan 2023-2026

The Unions strategic plan sets out what we intend to achieve between 2023 and 2026. 

Code of Practice

This document sets out various rules as to how the Students’ Union must comply with the requirements of Section 22 of the Education Act 1994.  It covers various aspects of the Students’ Union, such as the right to free and fair elections, and how students may make complaints about the Students’ Union.

Data Sharing Agreement 

This document governs the provision of enrolled students’ personal data by The University of Bolton to Bolton SU and explains the purpose for which that data may be used.

BYE-LAWS

The Bye-Laws are documents that supplement the Core Constitution by setting out rules and regulations for various areas of the Students’ Union activities in more details.  Bye-Laws can only be changed with the consent of the Student Parliament and the Board of Trustees.

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Describes the procedures and powers of the Annual General Meeting.

Elections

Sets the procedure for all cross-campus elections.