UK Government announces rise in tuition fees as University sector struggles
Amidst a backdrop of universities facing financial difficulties, the UK government has announced that tuition fees are set to rise in line with inflation
Bob Vylan’s Manchester tour date rescheduled after pressure from Jewish groups
In the wake of mounting pressure following the Manchester synagogue attack, Bob Vylan have rescheduled the Manchester date of their upcoming tour, played at Manchester Academy, until 2026.
Student Newspaper Roundup: October Edition
The Mancunion takes a look at recent stories from student newspapers across the country.
Student body votes ‘YES’ to ending partnership with Tel Aviv University
University of Manchester Students’ Union sees 94% of votes in favour of ending partnership with Tel Aviv University
Action 4 Palestine protesters interrupt Duncan Ivison ahead of SU Vote
Activists occupied a lecture delivered by Vice-Chancellor Duncan Ivison, resulting in him vacating the building.
61-year old charged with burglaries of student flats
61-year old, Paul Morgan, arrested and charged with burglaries after an incident that occurred in Victoria Park in the early hours of 11 October
New Schengen border checks: All you need to know
Sunday October 12 saw the introduction of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). Here’s all you need to know about how it will work
Tel Aviv University and Cops Discussed at First Union Assembly of the Year
The first Union Assembly took place on Thursday, October 16. The two policies discussed were the University of Manchester’s partnership with Tel Aviv University and Cops Out
One step closer to £400 million Fallowfield accommodation redevelopment
Construction will start early next year, but won’t be fully completed until 2030
Trump’s Gaza ceasefire tested as violence continues
On October 9 2025, US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. The agreement has since faced mounting tensions and reports of violations.
Pro-Palestine protestors march on 7 October anniversary
In one of the first major protests of the academic year, pro-Palestine protestors marched through Rusholme in opposition to Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank
The World Transformed 2025 takes on Manchester
Radical politics, arts, and culture were brought to Manchester this October as The World Transformed celebrated its 2025 return
University cost of living support fund payouts fall to lowest level since 2021-22
Payouts to students in the 2024-25 academic year totalled £261,350, compared to £416,810 in the 2023-24 academic year
British government recognises the State of Palestine
In a landmark moment, Keir Starmer announces that the UK will begin the process of recognising a Palestinian state
International Student Levies could cost University of Manchester up to 27 million
With universities facing financial pressures, a government white paper proposes a radical overhaul of the international student system
Three dead after stabbing at Manchester synagogue
This morning, police officers and paramedics were called to Crumpsall, Greater Manchester following an attack on a synagogue in Greater Manchester. Events are still unfolding, so this article may not be fully up-to-date.
Pro-Palestine groups hold first on-campus protest of the academic year
Freshers’ Week sees first protest action, as Pro-Palestine groups demand the University of Manchester to “cut ties with Tel Aviv University” and “divest from the companies that are supporting the Zionist regimes”
Final Union Assembly of the 2024-25 year focuses on harmful language guidelines
The third Union Assembly of the year debated a proposal on “outdated” language in academic settings
Students expected to pay an average of £456 to attend graduation, according to Mancunion survey
A survey conducted by The Mancunion found students pay an average of £259.5 per night to stay in Manchester for July graduation ceremonies
Student loan fraud under investigation by authorities
An investigation into student loan fraud is ongoing after millions of pounds were fraudulently taken by individuals with no intention of studying or repaying the loans