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University Of Leicester Students' Union

Also known as: Ulsu

The Union promotes the interests and welfare of students at the University of Leicester by representing, supporting and advising students; being the recognised representative channel between students and the university and any other bodies; and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for debate for the personal development of its students.

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Activities & Mission

The Union promotes the interests and welfare of students at the University of Leicester by representing, supporting and advising students; being the recognised representative channel between students and the university and any other bodies; and providing 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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£2,974,651
Latest Expenditure
£2,809,960

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 92.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 6.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,921,435
Charitable Activities £623,873
Other Trading £250,882
Investments £178,461
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,753,982
Raising Funds £55,978
Governance £128,934
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£2,974,651
£2,809,960£2,753,982£1,994,575£1,634,00293 / 2363
2024
£2,824,334
£2,589,581£2,528,226£1,360,986£1,786,37965 / 2563
2023
£2,359,503
£2,183,900£2,114,846£1,018,876£108,43156 / 2214
2022
£1,829,128
£1,513,198£1,459,955£1,063,158£456,31340 / 1902
2021
£1,695,205
£1,922,325£1,894,498£747,228£445,66651 / 2139

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about University Of Leicester Students' Union

What does University Of Leicester Students' Union do?

The Union promotes the interests and welfare of students at the University of Leicester by representing, supporting and advising students; being the recognised representative channel between students and the university and any other bodies; and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for debate for the personal development of its students.

How much income did University Of Leicester Students' Union report in 2025?

University Of Leicester Students' Union reported total income of £2.97m and reported expenditure of £2.81m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was University Of Leicester Students' Union registered as a charity?

University Of Leicester Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 September 2010 as charity number 1137811. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs University Of Leicester Students' Union?

University Of Leicester Students' Union is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julia Bates. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does University Of Leicester Students' Union operate?

University Of Leicester Students' Union operates across 2 areas: Leicester City and Leicestershire.

Is University Of Leicester Students' Union a registered charity?

Yes — University Of Leicester Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137811.

Details

Address
PERCY GEE BUILDING
UNIVERSITY ROAD
Leicester
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 7RH
Registration Date
6 September 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5011558
Charity Number
1137811

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Trustees

Julia Bates Chair
Aimee Thomas-Lane
Cleophee Cornou
Nicola Hurley
Philip Mark Smith
Razia Memon
Sabina Tariq
Thierry Zure

Also Known As

  • Ulsu

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30 July 2026
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