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Presidential Election 2026

Students Union President Election update and future review process

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Following the outcome of the second Student Union President election for the 2026/27 academic year, announced on Friday 1 May 2026, the Student Union and University would like to provide an update on next steps. 

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Firstly, we would like to thank the candidate who stood in the election, as well as all students who participated in the election process. 

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Following consultation between senior representatives from the Student Union, Governance Team, and Vice Chancellor’s Executive Team, it has been agreed that further information regarding future election processes and the Student Union structure will be shared during the Autumn 2026 term. This period will allow a considered review of the current constitution and related processes to ensure they continue to effectively support the needs and interests of the student community, while remaining fair and democratic.  

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As students returned a 'Open Nominations' result in two consecutive elections, and with many students no longer on campus, it is important that time is taken to reflect on the current model, review the timing and structure of future elections, and ensure that any future process is robust, inclusive, and conducted during a period of strong student engagement across the University. 

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Student representation remains extremely important to Regent’s, and we recognise the value of ensuring students continue to have an effective voice within the University community. Appropriate student representation and continuity of engagement will therefore continue across relevant committees and institutional activities during this interim period.

 

Students are encouraged to continue checking their University email accounts and Student Union communication channels for future updates.  

 

Samantha Grady & Teresa Janikova 

Associate Provost, Student Experience & Academic Services | Student Union President

Outcome of the second Student Union Presidential Election 2026/27  

  

The Election Committee confirms that, following completion of due process, Re‑Open Nominations (RON) received the most votes in the second Student Union Presidential Election for the 2026/27 academic year. 

  

As a result, the election process will commence for the third time. Further information regarding the application and voting process will be shared next week to ensure the Student Union is appropriately supported in fulfilling its mission effectively. 

 

Please regularly check your Regent’s email and the Student Union communication channels for updates. 

  

Election outcomes: 

First SU Presidential Election 2026/27 

One candidate stood for election 

472 valid votes 

Election closed on 16 April (midday) 

Re‑Open Nominations (RON) received the most votes.

 

Second SU Presidential Election 2026/27 

In accordance with election procedures, the nominations window was re‑opened 

One candidate was eligible to stand 

245 valid votes 

Election closed on 30 April (midnight) 

Re‑Open Nominations (RON) received the most votes.

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General Election Guidelines

Candidates:

  1. All publicity materials will be reviewed by the elections committee.

  2. Candidates will be offered a maximum budget of £40 for extra non printed publicity materials.

  3. The University will designate spaces on all campuses for the display of campaign material. In all other areas candidates shall check that the Elections Officer has gained permission from the relevant authority before displaying publicity.

  4. Student Union will print publicity materials as approved by the Elections Committee

  5. Candidates must not site posters in such a way as to cause damage to the University or SU premises, be placed on fire exits and other safety information, or covering any existing display, or windows.

  6. Candidates must ask permission from lecturers before any ‘lecture shouts’ and must ensure the lecturer remains impartial.

  7. Candidates are responsible for the actions of their supporters: a candidate’s ignorance of their supporter’s breach of the rules is not a defence. 

  8. Campaigning e-mails to the ‘All Student’ alias are not permitted.

  9. Inform the Student Union Elections Representative which platforms they intend to use before campaigning begins. They must provide links in advance to those accounts to the Student Union Elections Representative

  10. Physical campaigning outside the Regent’s University London campus is not permitted.

  11. All in-person campaign activity - handing out materials, speaking to students, displaying posters - must take place on campus

  12. Candidates must run their campaign in a fair, respectful, and responsible manner.

  13. No candidate should gain an unfair advantage through access to SU or University resources.

  14. Candidates cannot promote themselves in Societies group chats

Student Union Executive members

15. Any candidate who currently holds a role within the Student Union must temporarily step back from their duties for the duration of the campaigning and voting period. 

16. Student Union Executive Team members must remain neutral at all times while acting in their official capacity and must not endorse any candidate.

17. Any endorsement or promotion of a candidate or Re-Open Nominations (RON) in the SU capacity will be considered a serious breach of the elections regulations.

19. Breaches will be reviewed by the Elections Committee and may result in: 

  • Immediate removal of content or activity

  • Restrictions on involvement in SU or elections-related activity

  • Further disciplinary action, depending on the severity of the breach 

University Staff:

17. University staff will act impartially and will not assist any candidate in their campaign.  If they are alleged to have acted impartially, Elections Committee will investigate the complaint.

18. Student staff employed by the University are not allowed to campaign whilst at work or whilst wearing any University uniform.

19. E-mails related to the elections must be declared as a type of candidate publicity.
 

All students:
You MUST NOT: 
20. Make personal attacks against candidates.
21. Share false, misleading, or unverified information. 
22. Engage in behaviour intended to damage another candidate’s/students reputation. 
23. Remove, damage, or interfere with candidate’s campaign materials.
24. Use of Student Union communication channels to promote any candidate or position in the election process is not permitted. These communication channels (for example, WhatsApp chat groups and other platforms) are intended for internal communication purposes only and must not be used for any campaigning activities during the election period.

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All students, at all times must comply with Regent’s University London policies, including the: 

Student Code of Conduct

Regent’s University London policies 
 
If you are unsure whether something is appropriate, please check with the Elections Representative before proceeding. 

Complaints

If you believe a rule has been breached, or if you witness a breach of conduct during the election, you can submit a formal complaint. 


How to submit a complaint

  • Complaints must be submitted in writing to the Elections Officer.

  • Anonymous complaints will not be accepted. 

  • Include detailed information about what happened, when, and who was involved. 

Who can submit a complaint 

  • Any candidate. 

  • Any student (SU team included). 

Deadline

  • Complaints about campaigning or conduct must be submitted before voting closes

After voting closes 

  • Only complaints specifically about the voting process will be considered after this deadline.

  • These must be submitted directly to the Returning Officer. 

Presidential Election 2026

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