The board is appointed by the members of a membership organisation. The members delegate setting the strategic direction of the organisation to the board, so that it can deal with day to day matters on the members’ behalf.
Non day-to-day matters, including changing the constitution, are reserved for the membership. Members normally have the right to call and attend general meetings, which may include receiving reports from the board, as well as appointing or dismissing members of the board.
A Charity Commission publication setting out all you need to know formally about being a trustee. First published: March 2012, latest updates: May 2018.
Nick Mott, Head of Policy Development and Review at the Charity Commission, highlights the key points of the Essential Trustee guidance. Published: August 2016.
Find out what being a charity trustee involves, if you can claim expenses and where to get help and advice. First published: May 2013, latest updates: May 2018.
There are several statutory obligations that registered companies must comply with or they will face financial penalties.
Company Directors have a legal duty to avoid conflicts of interest. This help sheet is designed to help you identify and deal with them correctly.
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