Board meetings/Executive Working Group

This terms of reference is at draft status and yet to be approved by the board.

Terms of reference for the Executive committee

The purpose of the Executive Committee is to aid co-ordination between the Officers and senior staff. The Executive Committee comprises the Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and Chief Executive. A meeting is quorate provided that three of the four members are present. All other Board members may attend and speak.

The Executive Committee meets when required, normally between scheduled Board meetings. Minutes will be posted at Board meetings shortly after the meeting ends.

Scope

The Executive Committee has authority delegated by the Board of Trustees to:

• support and advise the Chief Executive in developing and implementing operational plans
• monitor performance and risks as required between Board meetings
• agree actions on urgent issues arising between Board meetings

The Executive Committee may also review policies and procedures, particularly with regards to compliance, risk management, health, safety, corporate responsibility and environmental issues, and produce recommendations to the Board to ensure compliance with best practice and regulatory standards.

The Board may also delegate the Executive Committee responsibility for particular tasks or areas as they arise.