Agenda item - Seaside Homes - future election of council tenant representative

34.1           Roy Crowhurst stated that there was a vacancy for a Seaside Homes trustee, due to him standing down, and if anyone was interested in becoming a trustee that they should contact Hilary Edgar.

34.2           To be a Trustee of an organisation is an exciting and fulfilling role.  The most effective Boards are ones which benefit from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets.  The role of Trustee is to ensure that Brighton & Hove Seaside Community Homes fulfils its duty to its beneficiaries and delivers on our vision, mission and values.

34.3           The time commitment for this role was an Induction Meeting with CEO (2 hours), 6 Board Meetings per year (2-3 hours per meeting), 4 Half Day Training Sessions per year and 2 Half Day Away Days per year.

34.4           The essential guide to becoming a trustee can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-essential-trustee-what-you-need-to-know-cc3