[WiLT] Charity Trustee Networks new publication on codes of conduct for trustees

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Charity Trustee Networks new publication on codes of conduct for
trustees

Potential tensions in the charity board room could now be eased with
the help of a new publication from Charity Trustee Networks (CTN).

Codes of Conduct for Trustees, developed in consultation with trustees
and governance experts, was launched on 19 November.

Our experience tells us that where difficulties such as absenteeism or
conflicts of interest arise, it is better if they do not become
personal, and with a code of conduct in place issues can be avoided or
worked through. Codes of conduct for charity trustees have been around
for a number of years, whether specific to a particular sub-sector or
developed for an individual charity. While many charities have these
in place as a matter of good practice, they are not always used. CTN
believed that exploring ways to develop and use codes of conduct more
effectively could help prevent or address some of these board issues.

With funding from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Unity Trust Bank,
CTN has developed a practical resource to help trustees work well
together, and to introduce, develop and use codes of conduct
appropriate for their own organisations.  It was written following a
series of workshops and events with trustees, a web-based survey, and
interviews with a range of consultants, experts and, most importantly,
trustees.  It also includes useful tools, signposting to other
resources and case studies demonstrating how other charities have used
codes of conduct.

CTN's Chair of Trustees, Rodney Buse, said, "Codes of conduct really
can prevent issues becoming personal and should not be seen as another
piece of unnecessary bureaucracy.  We know from our experience that
prevention is better than cure."

 "Trusteeship is a rewarding, and challenging, role.  We hope this
publication will support trustees to work well together and to address
difficulties where they arise.  We are delighted to have the Minister'
s encouragement in our efforts to facilitate shared learning between
trustees," said Karen Heenan, Chief Executive of CTN.

A free copy will automatically be sent by post to everyone who was a
trusteenet or trusteenetplus member as of 18 November, courtesy of
Unity Trust Bank and CTN.

Sign up as a new trusteenetplus member and receive a free copy of
Codes of Conduct for Trustees.  OFFER ENDS 31 DECEMBER!*

http://www.trusteenet.org.uk/news/don-t-let-it-get-personal-minister-third-sector-launches-ctn-s-new-publication-codes-conduct-tr


A pdf version of the publication is available free from the resources
section of our website.
http://www.trusteenet.org.uk/resources/codes-conduct-trustees-ctn-booklet