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Scottish Elections are over - What happens next? An explainer

The Scottish Parliament elections took place on 7th May, the ballots have been counted and 129 Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) have been elected (or newly re-elected) - so what happens next?

Written by NUS Scotland
May 11, 2026

Justine Pedussel elected NUS Scotland President

Justine Pedussel has been elected as the next NUS Scotland President, following a ballot of representatives across Scotland’s student movement. Justine, who is currently President at University of Stirling Students' Union, will take up their post from July 2026 for a two-year term. Read about all of the results of...

Written by NUS Scotland
March 26, 2026

National Union of Students expresses support for university staff striking in Scotland

NUS Scotland President “Staff and students are speaking with one voice, and politicians need to listen."

Written by NUS Scotland
March 18, 2026

Consultation results prove need for ‘Fair Deal’ for students

NUS Scotland calls for student support reform as government consultation highlights barriers for disabled and part-time learners.

Written by NUS Scotland
March 12, 2026

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Scottish Elections are over - What happens next? An explainer

Justine Pedussel elected NUS Scotland President

National Union of Students expresses support for university staff striking in Scotland

Consultation results prove need for ‘Fair Deal’ for students

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