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Statement on Economy Minister’s announcement of £1 million additional funding into university hardship
NUS-USI welcomes the Economy Minister’s announcement that an additional £1 million of financial hardship funding has been allocated to universities for distribution to students across Northern Ireland. -
NUS-USI welcomes Economy Minister comments on enhancing access to education in NI
NUS-USI welcomes comments from Economy Minister Conor Murphy MLA on BBC The View about the importance of widening access to education. The minister rightly acknowledged that rising costs would risk making access to education and skills beyond reach for many. The urgent focus should be on addressing the root causes... -
NUS-USI launch Cost of Living Report
84% of students are worried about money with 22% worried all the time -
NUS-USI statement on the restoration of the Northern Ireland Assembly
NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson has issued a statement following the news that the Northern Ireland Assembly is to be restored: "We welcome the reestablishment of the Northern Ireland Assembly and look forward to seeing politicians getting back to work to deliver for our society. After a 23 month-long period of... -
International Day of Education | Statement from NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson
We are 23 months deep into our political impasse — our education system and students are suffering. To mark the International Day of Education, NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson has released a statement: -
Statement from NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson on the Northern Ireland General Strike
This week marks a pivotal moment for our political stalemate, with Thursday's General Strike set to be one of the largest strikes in Northern Ireland for decades. Ahead of the strike, NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson has issued a statement saying students will stand in solidarity with workers this Thursday: -
NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson Appointed to Northern Ireland Skills Council
We are delighted to announce that NUS-USI President Chloe Ferguson has been appointed to the Northern Ireland Skills Council (NISC), an advisory body which focuses on providing strategic direction on the development and implementation of skills policy in Northern Ireland. -
NUS-USI President says urgent action must be taken on Eliminating Violence Against Women and Girls strategy
Chloe Ferguson joined marchers on Saturday 25 November for the Reclaim the Night rally, a powerful demonstration against intimidation, discrimination, and violence against women and girls in Northern Ireland. -
Students' Rental Guide: Navigating the Private Rented Sector Safely in Northern Ireland
Are you a student renting in Northern Ireland and a problem has arisen? Whether you're currently renting or are in the process of finding accommodation, it's important to stay well-informed about your rights and equipped with essential information to ensure you can rent safely and securely. With the private rented sector...