Introduction

Every voluntary sector organisation must be well-managed and adhere to good governance principles. Strong governance ensures accountability, transparency, and trust while maintaining compliance with legal and best practice standards.

Key processes, such as calling meetings and voting, are outlined in your governing document, while others align with regulations from Companies House or the Charity Commission. Even if your organisation isn’t registered with these bodies, understanding these principles helps establish clear, trusted processes that strengthen decision-making and operational effectiveness.

The Charity Commission have produced a video which helps explain the importance of good decision making.

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