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RESOLVED:               That the following be agreed, to help strengthen the relations hip between Standards Committee and Governance and Audit Committee:

a.   Introduce Regular Liaison Meetings: Facilitate bi-annual meetings between the Chairs of both committees to discuss shared priorities.

b.   Develop a Collaboration Protocol: Establish a formal protocol outlining areas for collaboration, ensuring clarity and avoiding duplication.

c.   Contribute to the AGS: Ensure the Standards Committee provides input into the Annual Governance Statement to highlight its role in promoting ethical governance.

d.   Encourage Joint Training: Coordinate training programs to address common themes such as governance, risk management, and ethical conduct.

Members spoke about the similarities between the Standards Committee, and the Governance and Audit Committee, and were enthusiastic about creating opportunities for joint working, options for shared learning and development, and regular liaison meetings.

RESOLVED:               That the following be agreed, to help strengthen the relationship between Standards Committee and Governance and Audit Committee:

a.   Introduce Regular Liaison Meetings: Facilitate bi-annual meetings between the Chairs of both committees to discuss shared priorities.

b.   Develop a Collaboration Protocol: Establish a formal protocol outlining areas for collaboration, ensuring clarity and avoiding duplication.

c.   Contribute to the Annual Governance Statement: Ensure the Standards Committee provides input into the Annual Governance Statement to highlight its role in promoting ethical governance.

d.   Encourage Joint Training: Coordinate training programs to address common themes such as governance, risk management, and ethical conduct.