Policies

Imperial College Union ('ICU' or 'the union') regards the promotion of health and safety and wellbeing at work core to its business. This document is a statement of its commitment to providing a safe and healthy working environment for employees and all people within the areas of ICU’s control.

The Imperial College Union Finance, Audit & Risk Committee Student Group Funding Policy outlines the rules and procedures for how student groups can receive and use funding. It ensures that all funding—whether from ICU grants, College sources, or self-generated income—is used responsibly, transparently, and in line with ICU’s charitable objectives. The policy also sets eligibility criteria, define...Read more

This Code supports the ICU Safeguarding Policy by providing practical guidance to staff and student leaders on how to identify, report, and respond to safeguarding concerns involving children or adults at risk.

This policy sets out ICU’s approach to safeguarding, defining our responsibilities, and outlining the structured procedures to manage and respond to safeguarding concerns.

Policies that the bars and venues team operate to.

This policy sets out the guidelines for reimbursing expenses incurred by Imperial College Union Trustees while performing their voluntary duties. It outlines eligible costs, spending limits, and approval processes to ensure transparency, value for money, and alignment with Charity Commission guidance. The policy supports Trustees in their roles while maintaining accountability and financial integr...Read more

The Associate and Life Membership Policy defines the types, eligibility, and rights of non-Full Members of Imperial College Union. It outlines Associate, Life, and Honorary Life Memberships, distinguishing them by eligibility criteria, duration, and method of conferral. While these members can access Union services and participate in Clubs and Societies, they cannot engage in Union governance or e...Read more