Lancaster University Students' Union
The activities include (not exhaustive):* Education & Support : promoting the interests and welfare of students at LU and representing, supporting and advising students* Provides social , cultural, sporting and recreational activities e.g. clubs & societies, volunteering, campus events* Provides forums for discussions and debates for personal development of students
Activities & Mission
The activities include (not exhaustive):* Education & Support : promoting the interests and welfare of students at LU and representing, supporting and advising students* Provides social , cultural, sporting and recreational activities e.g. clubs & societies, volunteering, campus events* Provides forums for discussions and debates for personal development of students
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,881,785 | £4,985,528 | £2,100,532 | £1,630,106 | £975,686 | 34 / 2580 |
| 2024 | £4,836,589 | £5,002,528 | £2,007,465 | £1,733,849 | £1,052,706 | 33 / 2655 |
| 2023 | £6,468,330 | £6,299,926 | £1,935,461 | £1,899,788 | £1,243,888 | 34 / 6297 |
| 2022 | £6,430,167 | £6,625,369 | £1,868,659 | £1,731,384 | £1,025,619 | 35 / 5100 |
| 2021 | £5,984,213 | £6,176,923 | £1,557,541 | £1,926,586 | £1,171,114 | 40 / 3674 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lancaster University Students' Union
What does Lancaster University Students' Union do?
The activities include (not exhaustive):* Education & Support : promoting the interests and welfare of students at LU and representing, supporting and advising students* Provides social , cultural, sporting and recreational activities e.g. clubs & societies, volunteering, campus events* Provides forums for discussions and debates for personal development of students
How much income did Lancaster University Students' Union report in 2025?
Lancaster University Students' Union reported total income of £4.88m and reported expenditure of £4.99m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lancaster University Students' Union?
Lancaster University Students' Union has a program ratio of 43.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lancaster University Students' Union registered as a charity?
Lancaster University Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 March 2017 as charity number 1172269. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Lancaster University Students' Union?
Lancaster University Students' Union is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rory Fredrick O' Ceallaigh. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lancaster University Students' Union operate?
Lancaster University Students' Union operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lancaster University Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Lancaster University Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172269.
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