What is the committee structure and how does it work?
The Citizens Trust has an elected Board, but it is run via a committee structure. The founding committees are designed to cover each area of the Trust’s operations. They are: Finance and fundraising Campaigns and policy Membership Community Communications Each committee is open for any paid up member to join, and in fact the Trust […]
How does the Trust ensure accountability and transparency?
The Citizens Trust is a democratic, member-led organisation. It is not-for-profit and relies on its members to decide what direction we all take together as part of the Trust. However, that comes with a need for transparency and accountability. Members can’t be expected to put their effort into the work of the Trust if decisions […]
What do we mean by ‘member-led’?
One of the founding principles of The Citizens Trust is that this is a society led by the members. Every paid up member is an equal shareholder and has the right to: Vote in Trust elections Attend committee meetings Contribute ideas to committee meetings Help steer the future of the Trust The actions of the […]
What is a Community Benefit Society (CBS)?
The Citizens Trust is a Community Benefit Society (CBS). This is a legal structure different to either a limited company or a charity. What does that mean for members? It is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a not-for-profit business where each member has one share. That share entitles you to one vote […]