👋 Hey students in Northern Ireland… Quick question 👇 What if YOU got to help design what school should look like in the future? The Secondary Students’ Union of NI is asking students exactly that. It’s called the Future of Education Survey — and it’s YOUR chance to be heard

Economy Minister Dr @CArchibald_SF has met representatives from @NUS_USI The Minister said: “I was pleased to meet NUS-USI representatives today to hear about the issues important to students at our further and higher education institutions. “I am committed to doing all I can

Despite Sinn Féin’s repeated promises not to raise tuition fees, the Economy Minister refused to rule out an increase in the Assembly today. In the South, they call for free tuition - in the North, they consider hiking fees. The SDLP will hold them to their word.

Local universities say they urgently need £1,000 a year more in tuition fees. Is it fair for students to foot the bill? @benfriel | @PaulGosling1 | Lucy McGuinness | @DHamill2004 | @CarlJWhyte https://t.co/IrTJOvAxTV

I’m really proud of today’s announcement! @NUS_USI has pushed for more support, and it’s great to see more money in students’ pockets! There’s still more to do, and we’ll keep fighting for a free, accessible education for everyone! But today is a huge win for students!

Ben Friel of @NUS_USI putting the case on student poverty starkly on @BBCgmu: student unions used to focus on giving students a good night out (I remember those days); now they're focusing on providing food banks. This is not 'normal' and we have to stop normalising it.

NI student maintenance loans increasing to help with living costs https://t.co/6G37YwktlY

There will be some financial relief for struggling students after Economy Minister Conor Murphy announced a 20% increase in maximum student maintenance loans. ➡️ https://t.co/LYzIg0OD8T https://t.co/LYzIg0OD8T

I’m really proud of today’s announcement! @NUS_USI has pushed for more support, and it’s great to see more money in students’ pockets! There’s still more to do, and we’ll keep fighting for a free, accessible education for everyone. But today is a huge win for students! 🎉

NUS-USI President Ben Friel was delighted to host @nusuk President Amira Campbell and @TheUSI President Chris Clifford for a Trilateral Meeting in Belfast🤝 We reaffirmed our commitment to collectively address the most pressing issues facing students across NI, UK and Ireland.

Economy Minister @conormurphysf today met with newly appointed @NUS_USI President @benfriel, along with @corrineheaney and @AndrewMcAnallen During the meeting a range of issues were discussed including: the pivotal role apprenticeships play in creating Good Jobs and bolstering

Our Chairperson @PhillipBrett21 held an informal meeting earlier today with @NUS_USI President @benfriel to discuss the Fix Student Housing campaign and the Reform of Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA).

Today President @BenFriel met with @padraig_delargy to talk all things student housing 🏘️ We spoke about tackling the rising cost of rent for students 📈 our Big Student Housing Survey ✍️ & improving widening access and participation🧑‍🎓 @sinnfeinireland #FixStudentHousing

Fantastic to meet with @RobbieButlerMLA to talk all things student housing 🏘️ @BenFriel spoke on: ✍️ Big Student Housing Survey 📈 Rent controls to curb rising rents 🪙 Greater rent regulation for PBSAs 🏠 Scrapping need for rental guarantors https://t.co/4EjCNjJWEp @uuponline

Fantastic visit to our members @StMarysBelfast today! ✊ @benfriel caught up with the SU officers Dáire & Maeve about their exciting campaign plans for St. Mary's students. We're super excited to work with the SU to promote our Student Housing survey! 🏘️ https://t.co/4EjCNjJWEp

✅ Great meeting with @GerryCarrollPBP MLA today! ✅ 🤝 President @benfriel discussed key student issues, including our #FixStudentHousing campaign, rent regulation, and our Big Student Housing Survey. 📢 Thanks Gerry for supporting the survey! https://t.co/4EjCNjJWEp @pb4p

Students must not bear the brunt of revenue raising ❌❌ Following today’s publication of the Budget Sustainability Plan by Minister @CArchibald_SF, we reiterate our call to maintain the rates exemption on university halls of residence. Statement from President @BenFriel 💬

Don't miss @BenFriel's 1st feature interview as NUS-USI President! 🗞️ Ben talks about how the political landscape in NI could be tranformed by lowering the voting age to 16 & the need for rent regulation in purpose-built student accommodation. ARTICLE🗞️ https://t.co/yGRr3Yhuqn

@NUS_USI I’m so proud of you and all you've achieved. The world isn't ready for what you will do next and I can't wait to watch it unfold, don't be a stranger but most importantly never stop being you —the world could do with a few more leaders like you.

@NUS_USI NUS-USI will definitely miss you but I will do my best to build off the great work you've already done and the wins you've achieved to fight for real change in the lives of students and apprentices