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Maria Pollard discussing with Aneurin Davies and Ruaidhrí Gillen Lynch
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Maria Pollard on her bid for re-election as SU president

Edited by Olivia Griffin Maria Pollard discusses their 2026 Students’ Union Presidential re-election bid with Deputy Editor Aneurin Davies and Head of Politics Ruaidhrí Gillen Lynch. Prefer to listen to this interview? Follow @gairrhydd on Instagram for more information. This interview is published verbatim. Views expressed are those of the candidate and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gair Rhydd or Cardiff Students’ Union. … Continue reading Maria Pollard on her bid for re-election as SU president

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Alice Nicholson on her campaign for SU president

Edited by Olivia Griffin Alice Nicholson discusses their 2026 Students’ Union Presidential bid with Deputy Editor Aneurin Davies and Head of Politics Ruaidhrí Gillen Lynch. Prefer to listen to this interview? Follow @gairrhydd on Instagram for more information. This interview is published verbatim. Views expressed are those of the candidate and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gair Rhydd or Cardiff Students’ Union. You’re … Continue reading Alice Nicholson on her campaign for SU president

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Gŵyl Gymreig: A New Celebration of Welsh Identity at Cardiff University

By Elen Morlais Cardiff University and its Students’ Union have joined forces this month to launch ‘Gŵyl Gymreig: Embrace your Welshness’, a ten-day celebration showcasing Welsh culture, language and identity across campus. The campaign aims to bring all students into the festivities, from fluent Welsh speakers to those simply curious about Welsh culture. Cardiff Students’ Union emphasised its pride in its national identity, stating: “As … Continue reading Gŵyl Gymreig: A New Celebration of Welsh Identity at Cardiff University

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YOLO EVACUATED after student DELIBERATELY sets off alarm

By Helen Turnbull A fire alarm was activated at approximately midnight last night, Wednesday 18th February, during YOLO at Cardiff Students’ Union. Staff were evacuated to Ruthin Gardens whilst students congregated outside the Centre for Student Life on Park Place. The Cardiff Students’ Union released a statement on its website confirming that after checks by staff, the event was able to reopen and students were … Continue reading YOLO EVACUATED after student DELIBERATELY sets off alarm

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Cardiff University Spent Almost £70,000 on Pest Control Last Year

By Ifan Meredith A freedom of information request by Gair Rhydd revealed that the university spent £67,826 on pest control between April 2024 and March 2025. It also revealed that the highest number of pest control matters occur in the Talybont residences area where some 3,000 students reside. Rats are a regular sighting for students in Cathays and beyond, with concerns often being raised by … Continue reading Cardiff University Spent Almost £70,000 on Pest Control Last Year

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The Outside of Cardiff University's Students' Union and Centre for Student Life.
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Students’ Union Announces Date For NUS Referendum: What Does This Mean for Students?

By Oliver Hanlon On November 20th, at Cardiff University Students’ Union’s Annual General meeting, students present decided not renew the union’s affiliation with the National Union of Students (NUS). As a result, on Monday, March 9th, a referendum will be held on whether our students’ union disaffiliates from the NUS. The results of this referendum will be released on Friday, March 13th. What is the … Continue reading Students’ Union Announces Date For NUS Referendum: What Does This Mean for Students?

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