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17 Oct 2025 | |
Oxford Union News |
Dear Members,
A Vote of No Confidence in the President-Elect, George Abaraonye, will take place on Saturday 18 October, and all members can vote in person or by proxy.
Ballot Question:
“Should George Abaraonye, President-Elect, be removed as an Officer of the Society?”
Mark: YES or NO.
In Person Voting:
When: Saturday 18th October, 10AM-8PM
Where: Goodman Library, Oxford Union
Bring: Union Card or Valid Photo ID (e.g. university card, passport, driving license)
Proxy Voting (Deadline: 10PM 17 October):
Template for Proxy Vote:
To:donovan.lock@oxford-union.org
Dear Extraordinary Returning Officer,
My name is [INSERT NAME], membership number [INSERT NUMBER]. My name at the time of joining the Society was [INSERT NAME]. I would like to request a proxy vote for the upcoming Motion of No Confidence this Saturday. Please find attached a photo of my Union membership card. Please may you arrange for a Poll Official to cast my vote on my behalf - I would like to vote YES/NO (delete as appropriate).
Yours Sincerely,
[INSERT NAME]
Alternatively, you may nominate a specific proxy by providing their name; in this case there is no need to include your voting choice. If you do not have your union membership card, attach a valid form of voter ID (e.g. Driving License/Passport) and Date Of Birth.
Find the link to the Poll Regulations.
Kind regards,
Donovan Lock,
Extraordinary Returning Officer,
Corpus Christi College
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