Voting

Voting rights are held by committee members listed 1 to 6 under membership.

Voting on policy matters will be by simple majority on a show of hands or, if necessary, by a secret ballot at the discretion of the Chairman.

Voting on the election of Officers and elected members will be by simple majority on a secret postal ballot, should such a ballot be necessary.

The Chairman has the right to cast an additional deciding vote in the event of a tied vote.

Quorum

A quorum shall be:

  • The Chairman or the Secretary.
  • The Scheme Organiser or Deputy Scheme Organiser or Scheme Manager.
  • 4 other members to include at least two ordinary members.
  • In the absence of the Chairman, the Chair will be taken by the Scheme
  • Organisers or Scheme Manager.