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The Hood is the Gownโ€™s anonymous whistle-blower-cum-satirist. Founded in 1976 by a generous donation from the Sir Humphrey Hood Foundation, the Hood has consistently broke news of the elected officials of the Student Union, as the well as the wider student movement and the university itself. Loved by people who care too much about SU politics and despised by officers who should care more, the Hood delivers the news and the schmooze on those who waste your union dues.

Hey fellow Belfasties! After a long holiday away, the Hood has returned and scandal is most definitely in the air.

Allegedly, Love Island has traded its sunny beaches and tropical weather for the seemingly frigid streets of the Holylands. This change comes from sources claiming that a certain bombshell has been seen betraying their beau by bringing multiple girls to the Hideaway. The Hood wonders which girl will win his heart for once and for all, as it seems his trip to Casa Amor has been cut short for an emergency recoupling. Remember to get your votes in while you still can: should the bombshell remain with his original choice, or recouple with one of the many he has already explored connections with?

Another source claims that the bombshell is not the only one openly exploring connections on the Island with another couple being seen together, lights on and curtains NOT drawn, working away at each other. It feels a bit too similar to the shenanigans occurring in the communal bedrooms of the Love Island Villa. At least this time we don’t have to hear the affair…


But maybe the Love Island producers made the right choice in switching to the Holylands; The Hood certainly thinks so.


A reminder to all to keep your eyes and ears open, and if you see something, report it to the Hood. All tips remain anonymous.

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