REF: 66-2502-7359506 - Campus Food Prices

Your comment: Food around campus is extremely expensive, prices are hiked up across campus which is extremely unfair. The vending machines in the library and the student union charge far too much for a cup of coffee or a snack.

Our response:

Thank you for taking the time and trouble to give us your feedback

We do provide Value meals as introduced in the 2022 term due to the cost of living crisis. At its introduction it was heavily subsidised and was being sold at less than cost price. The meal has therefore been increased each year to get closer to the true cost of the dish, which this year is £3.75. Whilst we accept that this is 75p more than last year for students, we are able to hold this price and will only need to increase this in line with inflation going forward. We do understand the pressures that students are under financially , which I why we have continued our value meal to include Ramen every lunchtime. I can assure you that we do always seek to offer the best value for our students in our pricing, even in these financially challenging times.

Thank you

Hospitality Team