The Running of the Club

The Club is run by a team of elected Officers and up to twelve Committee Members, who represent the membership and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the Club. We rely on volunteers to keep things going and we need your help.

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Officers

• The Officers are made up of the President, Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Treasurer.

• These Officers are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

• The Secretary is appointed separately by the General Committee and remains in office until replaced.

 

Committee Members

• The Club’s management is vested in a General Committee of between 6 and 12 elected members, plus the Officers.

• Committee members are elected by ballot at the AGM.

• Each year, half of the elected Committee retire by seniority but may stand again for re-election.

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Election Process

• At least three weeks before the AGM, the Secretary will post a notice inviting nominations. This stays up for ten days.

• Candidate names, with proposers and seconders, are then posted on the noticeboard at least seven clear days before the ballot.

• Each member attending the AGM (all fully paid up members welcome and encouraged to attend) has one vote per vacancy.

• The candidates with the most votes are declared elected.

• In the event of a tie, names are drawn by the Chairperson to decide who is elected.

• If a member is elected to two offices, they must choose one. The other vacancy is filled by the next highest candidate or by ballot at the meeting.

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What’s Involved?

All Officers & Committee members are expected to:

• Attend monthly meetings (usually the 2nd Monday),

• Support the running of events, raffles, and Club activities,

• Help shape the future of the Club and contribute to its success.

 

Want to Get Involved?

Every candidate must:

• Be proposed and seconded by two voting members,

• Have paid their current subscription,

• Have been a member, of good standing, for at least 12 months

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Get Involved and help shape the future of the Club. Joining the Committee is a rewarding way to support the Club, influence decisions, and ensure its continued success. Speak to the Secretary for more information.