SRC Referendum on UofG Arms Divestment

Should the University of Glasgow stop investing in companies that earn more than 10% of their revenue from the arms and defence industry?

A few months ago, your elected Students’ Representative Council (SRC) agreed to call for a student-wide vote on whether the University of Glasgow should divest from the arms trade.

This decision was made in response to increasing debate on campus around the University’s investment policies and whether they reflect the values of the student body. The issue has been discussed at senior levels within the University and was the subject of a recent Extraordinary General Meeting of the SRC. The purpose of the referendum is to ensure that all students have a clear, straightforward and accessible way to express their views.

This is your chance to express your view on a vital issue. Whilst the SRC has a neutral stance in this indicative referendum, the outcome will inform us of our approach in future discussions with the University on its investment priorities.

Please use your vote.

• A ‘YES’ vote means you believe the University should divest from these companies.
• A ‘NO vote means you believe the University should continue investing in these companies.

The result of this vote is indicative—it will not directly change University policy, but it will inform the SRC’s stance when representing students in discussions with the University.