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When taking part in any of our elections it is important to know the rules and regulations which help us ensure that the elections are run in a free and fair way. It's important that every student has an equal chance to run, campaign, and get students to vote for them. Our election rules will differ from election-to-election so it is important to read them every time you run. 

If you're standing for a position in the MDXSU Elections, or if you're campaigning for a particular candidate, you must abide by the election rules. 

  • If you are applying for an Executive Officer role in the March 2024 elections, please see the rules and regulations here
  • Prior to voting opening, all candidates will need to attend an elections briefing which will explain the rules and give you the opportunity to ask questions.

Complaints

Any student can submit a complaint about a candidate or their campaign team or about the election processes until 1 hour after the close of voting. This means we will accept complaints until 5pm, Wednesday 20th March 2024. Complaints received after this time will not be considered unless they call into question the integrity of the election. To submit a complaint, fill out the complaints form and submit it online.

Sanctions and Appeals

A candidate can be sanctioned by the decision of the Returning Officer.

A candidate can appeal the outcome of a sanction against them. An appeal may be made on the following grounds:

  • The interpretation of the bye laws or election rules was unreasonable
  • The correct procedure set out had not been followed
  • The Returning Officer was prejudiced or biased
  • The Returning Officer failed to take into account available evidence

Appeals must be made no later than 12 noon on the day after the decision of the Returning Officer is communicated to the candidate. Any appeal will be heard by the Appeals Officer, who is a member of the University staff team. The Appeals Officer will hear evidence from the Assistant Returning Officer, and any representations by the appealing candidate.

The appeals panel deciision is final.


Single Transferrable Vote

The Single Transferable Vote (STV) is the voting system used in all MDXSU elections and is an electoral system that puts the power in your hands. STV is designed to elect the candidate who is popular amongst the majority of voters. Vote for your preferred candidate and also vote for back-up preferences. Your vote will go to your first preference if possible, but if they are eliminated, instead of your vote being thrown away, your vote is transferred to your back-up preferences, with your vote being assigned to your second, third, or lower choices.

Other Resources

MDXSU is strongly is committed to ensuring all students are treated equally, without discrimination. All elections candidates are expected to abide by our Equal Opportunities Policy which can be found here.

Any Other Questions?

Please email us at elections@mdx.ac.uk. 

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