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MTU Cork SU Referendum

 

A Referendum will take place on 25 & 26 March 2026 to decide on  the following:

Are you in favour of the adoption of the proposed MTU Students’ Union Constitution?

On 25 and 26 March 2026, you will be asked to cast your vote on this Referendum online.

There will be two options – Yes, I’m in favour or No, I’m not in favour.

 

See below for:

  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Wording of the Proposed & Existing Constitutions
  • Voting Details

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this referendum about?

This referendum asks students to vote on whether to adopt a new constitution for the Students’ Union, replacing the current one.

What is the Students’ Union constitution?

The constitution is the Union’s rulebook. It sets out:

  • How the Union is governed
  • The roles of elected officers
  • How decisions are made
  • The rights of students within the Union

Why is a new constitution being proposed?

A new constitution is being proposed to merge MTU Cork Students’ Union and MTU Kerry Students’ Union which are currently two separate entities

How do I vote?

You can vote:

  • Online through the Union’s voting platform, details will be made available through student email accounts and through social media.

When is the referendum?

  • Voting will take place on 25th & 26th March 2026

Where can I read the proposed constitution?

You can find it:

  • See links below
  • Through student email communications

Is there a minimum turnout required?

A minimum turnout of 10% for the result to be valid.

Who oversees the referendum?

The process is usually overseen by The Union’s Returning Officer

What should I consider before voting?

You may want to think about:

  • Whether the new structure improves representation
  • How it affects accountability of Union leaders
  • Whether it makes it easier or harder for students to get involved

For specific question please email mtusucork@mtu.ie and mark for the attention of Dr Judith Butler, Returning Officer.

Alternatively chat to someone on the info stands that will be available across campuses during designated times on polling day.

 

Wording of the Proposed & Existing Constitutions

 

Full text of the proposed MTU Students’ Union Constitution is available here

 

A copy of the existing MTU Cork Students’ Union Constitution is available here

DETAILS OF VOTING 

WHO CAN VOTE?

Registered, undergraduate students of the Munster Technological University (Cork) who are obliged to pay the full Student Contribution Charge for the academic year.

Registered students of the Munster Technological University (Cork) who are obliged to part pay the Student Contribution Charge for the academic year.

Full time registered Post Graduate students and full time International students.

Current Union Sabbatical Officers.

Voting eligibility is dependent on fees being paid – Student Contribution Charges covered by SUSI or any other grant or scholarship are deemed to have been paid.

HOW AND WHERE DO I CAST MY VOTE?

Voting for the Referendum will take place online and a link will be made available via an email to mymtu.ie accounts, on MTU Cork SU social media platforms and here on the MTU Cork SU website.

The opening and closing times for polling will be notified closer to the date of voting.

HOW DO I CAST MY VOTE?

  1. Click on the voting link will be available here shortly 
  2. Use your ID number and requested identifiers to access the voting screen

Cast your vote by selecting Yes or No

Please exercise your right to vote – we look forward to a great turnout.

MTU Cork SU – Your Union, Your Voice