We, The SU, are committed to the fight against the climate crisis. As an organisation we are looking at everything we do and how we can make changes to reduce our own carbon emissions.

Reducing our Impact

Here’s what we have already done to reduce our impact:

• Reduced plastic waste - We have swapped the disposable plastic cups for reusable ones to use during our club nights. This saves a staggering 7,000 plastic cups a week!
• Eco-friendly takeaways - Food from the Plug is served in Vegware boxes. These are made from plant-based materials using renewable and lower carbon energy. At the moment these can be disposed of in general waste but we are working on ways to compost them, which is what they are designed for.
• No more disposable coffee cups - All hot drinks are served in your own cup or a reusable Starbucks cup you can purchase for £1.
• Refill your water bottle - You can refill your bottle from the water jug at the end of the bar in the Plug, or ask a member of staff to fill it for you.

Help us to recycle your waste

Here’s a handy guide to using the recycling bins in the Plug & Tub.

• Food waste - Green bin - For all leftover food. But first, think whether you can save it for later instead of disposing of it.
• Plastic and cans - Red bin - Plastic bottles, drinks cans. Don’t throw away your reusable Starbucks cup. Save it for next time.
• General waste – Grey bin - Vegware packaging and anything else can go into this bin which goes to landfill. Make sure you check if your items can be recycled before using this bin.
• Cardboard - Take any cardboard including pizza boxes to the bar. Our staff will put it in the cardboard recycling for you.

The road to a sustainable future

There’s still lots more to be done. Here are the changes we are working towards:

Reducing emissions through our menu

Everything we eat has an impact on the environment and some foods have a greater impact than others. That’s why we are working to give you more foods with lower carbon emissions including more vegetarian and vegan options.

Improved dietary requirements

By improving our vegan options, we will offer more dairy-free options. We are also working on how to provide gluten-free alternatives in a safe way from our kitchen.

Improved Bins

We are working with the University to provided cardboard bins to dispose of pizza boxes. We are also working towards effective composting of the Vegware takeaway packaging. Vegware lets off less harmful toxins than regular waste when put in landfill, but when composted can help to nourish British soil, support healthy plant growth and reduce the risk of flooding.

No more paper tickets

We are currently working with our ticket provider for club nights such as Score to implement ticketless entry to our events and club nights. This will reduce the amount of paper printing we do each year. You may see some ticketless events this year as we try out our new systems.

Cold drink cups

We are working to find a replacement for the Starbucks Cold Drink cups for the iced coffees which are particularly popular in the summer.

1-Drop Campus

We are joining up our food and drink suppliers, where possible, to ensure deliveries make one trip to campus for all outlets. This will reduce the emissions of our suppliers who might have to make repeat or additional trips.

Drink Spiking

Event Control

The venue has an event control room which looks over the night club when operating, with 19 CCTV cameras.

Spikeys

At both the Plug & Tub you can ask for ‘Spikeys’ free of charge. Spikeys are an anti-spiking product which fits tightly in bottles, blocking the entrance from being open to having additional substances added! Just ask any staff member when ordering your drink.

StopTopps

We also now have StopTopps, these are versatile drink protectors. They are single-use foils that can be put over a drink, and are suitable for any drinking vessel, including cans, bottles, and glasses. Made from small sheets of aluminium foil, through which you can insert a straw for easy drinking. This makes it difficult for anything to be added to your drink without your knowledge.

Security Staff

All bar and security staff are trained on drink spiking awareness as well as on the use of our SU Safe Taxi Scheme, which gives you a safe transport option home when needed.

Searching

Security have increased frequency of on-the-door searching and additional training will be incorporated into the nightly bar briefing for all staff.

Safe Area

The Student Centre has a safe area for students to use if they feel unwell and need to rest during a night out. Please contact the nearest member of staff if you feel unwell for directions.

 

What to do if you think you have been spiked in our venue

• Immediately ask for help from a friend that you trust or the nearest available member of staff for assistance.
• If you are able to, keep possession of your most recent drink. This could be useful evidence to test if the drink has been spiked.

What to do if you wake up thinking you have been spiked the night before

Everybody reacts differently to any situation. You shouldn’t feel under any pressure to respond in a particular way. If you want to, you could:

• Report the incident via our Report and Support tool. This can be done anonymously if you prefer.
• Discuss the incident and options with a Wellbeing Adviser or a University Counsellor (all fully trained and will maintain your confidentiality unless there is a threat to health or safety). Contact the Student Services helpdesk on 01225 383838
• Report the incident to University Security call 01225 383999, or directly to the Police.
• Contact SU Advice and Support at suadvice@bath.ac.uk

 

How can I try to prevent my drink from being spiked?

You should:

• not leave your drink unattended and keep an eye on friends' drinks
• ask for a ‘Spikey’ or ‘Stop Topp’ when ordering your drink from the bar
• keep your drink in your hand at all times
• never accept a drink from someone who you do not know or trust
• not share, swap or drink any left over drinks

 

Safe Taxi Scheme

The SU opearates a Safe Taxi Scheme.

Find out more here: thesubath.com/advice/safe-taxi

Buses 

To view the latest timetables for the buses visit - bathunibus.com

Entry Policy

The Plug & Tub is a members-only venue.

Strictly no under 18s. Everyone, regardless of how old they may appear, will be asked for ID on the door.

If you appear to be under the age of 25 you may be asked for proof of age when purchasing alcohol at the bar.

We will only accept an in-date passport or card UK Drivers License as valid ID.

Ticket T&Cs

Once purchased tickets are non-refundable or exchangeable.

Refunds will not be issued if admission to an event is refused.

House Rules

1. No alcohol to be brought on to the premises
2. We have a Zero Tolerance policy regarding banned substances, weapons, anti social behaviour and violence.
3. Random searching is carried out as a condition of entry, anyone who refuses to be searched will be refused entry.
4. Anyone found in possession of any prohibited items will be refused entry.
5. For the safety of Customers and Staff anyone found in possession of any illegal substances/items will be detained and the police called
6. Periodically there may be photographs taken of different events, these photographs may be used from time to time by the Students’ Union

Access to the Plug Bar during the Plug Bar opening hours – Use Norwood house North passenger lift. Then through our 1 East entrance.

For Club nights and special events please see a member of our door staff. They can be found on the doors to the Tub or within the Student Centre.