The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union
Also known as: Ugsu
The Union undertakes activities which promote the interests and welfare of its students and which represent, support and advise them; it is the recognised representative channel between its students, the University of Gloucestershire and any other external bodies; it provides social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for debate for the personal development of its students.
Activities & Mission
The Union undertakes activities which promote the interests and welfare of its students and which represent, support and advise them; it is the recognised representative channel between its students, the University of Gloucestershire and any other external bodies; it provides social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for debate for the personal development of its 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 45% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £896,951 | £804,779 | £790,440 | £3,418 | £410,623 | 20 / 800 |
| 2024 | £863,680 | £849,579 | £827,505 | -£97,257 | £311,640 | 30 / 800 |
| 2023 | £820,540 | £854,350 | £820,502 | -£111,358 | £304,155 | 34 / 450 |
| 2022 | £838,956 | £771,873 | £727,641 | -£106,199 | £328,980 | 33 / 900 |
| 2021 | £714,731 | £650,232 | £609,935 | -£173,282 | £281,287 | 39 / 700 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union
What does The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union do?
The Union undertakes activities which promote the interests and welfare of its students and which represent, support and advise them; it is the recognised representative channel between its students, the University of Gloucestershire and any other external bodies; it provides social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for debate for the personal development of its students.
How much income did The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union report in 2025?
The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union reported total income of £897k and reported expenditure of £805k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union?
The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union has a program ratio of 88.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union registered as a charity?
The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 2012 as charity number 1148393. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union?
The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeremy Charles Glyn Davies. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union operate?
The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — The University Of Gloucestershire Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148393.
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- 14 May 2026
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