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We’ve responded to both Translink consultations. The campaign continues.

NUS-USI has submitted responses to both public consultations on proposed changes to Northern Ireland’s bus and rail services. We’ve made the case for students who need affordable, reliable transport to get to education, placements and work, and to get home safely.

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September 30, 2026

  • We’ve responded to both Translink consultations. The campaign continues.

    NUS-USI has submitted responses to both public consultations on proposed changes to Northern Ireland’s bus and rail services. We’ve made the case for students who need affordable, reliable transport to get to education, placements and work, and to get home safely.

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    September 30, 2026

  • Northern Ireland short of £1.8 billion in higher education spending because of Treasury student loan rules, new analysis finds

    Northern Ireland has missed out on £1.8 billion of public spending on higher education over thirteen years because of the way the Treasury counts student loans, according to new research published today by the higher education policy analysts Wonkhe.

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    August 25, 2026

  • NUS-USI Cost of Living 2026 Report launched today

    A new report published today by NUS-USI has revealed that students across Northern Ireland are facing worsening financial hardship, with rising numbers skipping meals, relying on food banks, and considering leaving education altogether due to mounting cost of living pressures.  Read the report here

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    May 18, 2026

  • Amy Smith elected NUS-USI President

    Amy Smith has been elected as the next NUS-USI President, following a ballot of representatives across NI's student movement.  Amy, who is currently President at Queen's Students' Union, will take up their post from July 2026 for a two-year term.  Read about all of the results of the NUS officer...

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    March 26, 2026