The Latest Breaking News from the National Union of Students

Students demand reassurance after Turnitin U‑turn on AI‑training plan

The president of the National Union of Students says their work must be protected from 'outrageous' AI training plans

The National (Scotland) · Sep 22

High school students are protesting against One Nation. What’s the point if they can’t vote?

Hundreds of high school and university students are expected to skip classes today as part of a nationwide student walkout opposing Pauline Hanson and One Nation. Protest organisers the National Union of Students have billed it as a “fight against racism” and opportunity to “stand up against the far right”…

The Conversation · Aug 12

'Hanson not welcome': students skip class for protests

Thousands of students have taken to the streets nationwide, ditching school to voice opposition to Pauline Hanson as plans are hatched for a second strike.

AAP · Aug 12

Former NUS president settles with union over antisemitism claims

Shaima Dallali, ousted as NUS president in 2022, said to have accepted ‘substantial’ settlement before tribunal

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2024

UK graduates paid back £100m in student loans while below threshold

More than 850,000 made repayments while their income was too low in 2021-22 , according to an investigation

The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2023

Calls to reform Australia’s student debt scheme as loan holders face ‘deeply unjust’ 7.1% rise

Millions of Australians face a hike in their Help and Hecs loans when indexation is added on 1 June, the highest increase in decades

The Guardian - AU · Apr 26, 2023

Stirling Uni students hold rally opposing rent rises amid claims some may be forced on to 'double digit budgets'

The rally attracted a turnout of around 70 students against rent rises due to come into effect on accommodation.

Daily Record · Apr 14, 2023