Warwick SU’s Environment and Ethics Officer to resign

“This isn’t to say that the current Sabbatical Team have not achieved some great work, but nonetheless I strongly disagree with the general direction of SU policy.

“I can only say that I strongly disagree with much of SU policy, and I believe that much of it does not represent the majority of the student body’s concerns. It panders to an extreme fringe that are currently dominating the narrative inside the SU.”

He further explained that it is well-known that he has political affiliations that are seen as at odds with the current student moment, by those involved in the movement.

“The student movement should not be monopolised by the left, it should be open to those of all political persuasions, since the student body reflects the diversity of the wider community. This engagement is not something I see active in the Union and not something I can see materialising any time soon.”

In response, SU President Luke Pilot said: “Though it is disappointing to see an elected officer make these sorts of comments we respect his decision and hope to see increased student engagement with the SU’s democratic processes in the future.”

However, the President stated that they “reject the suggestion that the SU should apologise for engaging with worsening conditions around fees, marketisation, the cost of living and student wellbeing, which are clearly in the student interest.