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A Month in the Trenches: Fighting for Students Across Wales (and Beyond!)

Hey everyone, What a whirlwind month it's been. If you've been wondering what I've been up to, grab a paned, because I've got a lot to share. From the heart of Welsh student life to the halls of power, it's been a non-stop journey.

Written by Deio Owen
March 06, 2025

A Month in the Trenches: Fighting for Students Across Wales (and Beyond!)

Hey everyone, What a whirlwind month it's been. If you've been wondering what I've been up to, grab a paned, because I've got a lot to share. From the heart of Welsh student life to the halls of power, it's been a non-stop journey.

Written by Deio Owen
March 06, 2025
"Without immediate and meaningful change, the future of higher education in Wales looks increasingly uncertain."

It’s no secret that universities in Wales are facing significant challenges—nor should it come as a shock to the government. The warning signs have been evident for years, with almost every Welsh university asking staff to leave voluntarily and some resorting to even more drastic measures. The recent announcement from...

Written by Deio Owen
February 12, 2025
NUS Cymru Responds to Welsh Government's Extension of Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) Eligibility

NUS Cymru welcomes the Welsh Government's announcement to extend the eligibility criteria for the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA), a move that will support more students from low-income households. This decision comes at a critical time as students continue to face significant financial challenges due to the rising cost of living.

Written by NUS Wales
January 29, 2025
Statement from NUS Cymru on rise in Welsh university tuition fees

The Welsh Government has today announced an increase in tuition fees to £9,535, in line with the UK Government, alongside a 1.6% increase in maintenance loans. While NUS Cymru welcomes the maintenance loan increase as a step toward supporting students, we remain deeply concerned about the rising burden of student...

Written by NUS Wales
December 04, 2024
58% of Welsh students are skipping meals due to rising accommodation costs

New National Union of Students Cymru research reveals 32% of Welsh students are struggling to pay rent every month, with 11% of those relying on foodbanks.

Written by NUS Wales
November 18, 2024
Wales' students leaving uni with average £35k debt

The average Welsh student is graduating university with more than £35,000 of debt, according to Student Finance Wales figures obtained by BBC Cymru Fyw.

Written by NUS Wales
August 20, 2024
Student debt squeezing Welsh learners out of university education

Wales has the lowest proportion of 18-year-olds in the UK applying to go to university this year, according to the latest figures.

Written by NUS Wales
August 13, 2024
New first minister a chance to refocus on challenges facing Welsh students and apprentices

Eluned Morgan has been officially confirmed as Wales' new first minister.

Written by NUS Wales
August 06, 2024
New NUS Wales President takes office

Deio Owen begins his term as NUS Wales President after being elected to the role by students from across Wales.

Written by NUS Wales
July 08, 2024
NUS praises progressive Plaid Cymru Manifesto

The National Union of Students welcomes an aspirational and progressive manifesto from Plaid Cymru which commits the party to principles of equality of opportunity, free movement, and free education for all. The manifesto contains measures which would tackle the many crises the country currently faces and would make a meaningful difference...

Written by NUS Wales
June 13, 2024

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