Sub-committees

    Audit and Risk Committee

    Audit and Risk Committee, established by the Board of Governors, is independent of the management of the University, and reports directly to the Board of Governors on the effectiveness of the internal financial and operational control system. Audit and Risk Committee also reports on the management of the risk, including the reliability and integrity of financial information, the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, legal compliance, and the safeguarding of assets as well as appropriate use of public funds including good procurement practices. The Audit and Risk Committee is required to alert the Board of Governors to serious deficiencies in any of these areas, which impact on the effective management of the institution and the proper use of public funds. Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Audit and Risk Committee

    • Jackie Craissati (Chair)
    • Jazz Bhogal
    • Fiona Bolton
    • Lucy Millar

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Monday30 September 20245pm - 7pm
    Wednesday13 November 20245pm - 7pm
    Tuesday11 February 20255pm - 7pm
    Tuesday10 June 20255pm - 7pm
    Ethics Advisory Committee

    The Ethics Advisory Committee acts in an advisory capacity to the Board of Governors and the University Executive Board and advise on ethical issues ensuring due ethical consideration is given to all major decisions made within the University and to contribute to the promulgation of good ethical practice. Ethics Advisory Committee is responsible for developing and reviewing the effectiveness of related policies ensuring that the objectives of the Ethical Framework are fulfilled. Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Ethics Advisory Committee

    The Ethics Advisory Committee shall meet at least once a year and will meet on an ad hoc basis to conduct ethical due diligence on any major decision or undertaking that might be referred to it. The Ethics Advisory Committee is composed of the following:

    • A nominated independent member of the Board who shall be Chair [the Chair shall not be the Chair or Deputy Chair of the Board or the Chair of any of its Committees];
    • A member of the Board who shall not be the Chair or Deputy Chair of the Board;
    • No less than one and up to three members of the University Executive Board;
    • A member of the Audit and Risk Committee;
    • An elected representative of the Students’ Union;
    • No less than one and up to three members of Academic Staff;
    • A member of Professional Services Staff.

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Wednesday16 October 20244pm - 5pm
    Tuesday3 June 20255pm - 6pm
    The Finance and Resources Committee

    The Finance and Resources Committee, subject to the Board of Governors' direction, is responsible for providing recommendations and advice on the key financial aspects of the University. This includes reviewing and recommending the annual Revenue Budget, assessing statements of income and expenditure, and reviewing the annual accounts. The committee oversees financial forecasts, advising the Board on implications for strategy and planning. On the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor & President, the Finance and Resources Committee also considers and recommends to the Board of Governors the tuition and other fees payable to the University.  Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Finance and Resources Committee

    • Amanjit Jhund (Chair)
    • Steve Armstrong, Chair of the Board of Governors
    • Sarah Fahy, Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors
    • Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President
    • Kieren Mayers
    • Steve Shaw
    • Sophia Bokhari
    • Abhi Roy

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Tuesday1 October 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday12 November 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday11 March 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday17 June 20254pm - 6pm
    Governance and Search Committee

    The Governance and Search Committee, operating within the framework set by the Board of Governors and the organisation's Instrument and Articles, provides recommendations to the Board of Governors concerning the accountability of Board members, best practice in governance, appointment and recruitment of senior posts. Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Governance and Search Committee

    • Sarah Fahy (Chair)
    • Steve Armstrong, Chair of the Board
    • Les Ebdon, Senior Independent Governor
    • Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President
    • Uzoamaka Nwamarah
    • Trevor Critchlow
    • Matthew Almond
    • Stuti Sah

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Tuesday1 September 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday19 November 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday4 March 20244pm - 6pm
    Tuesday6 May 20254pm - 6pm
    Remuneration and Staffing Committee

    Remuneration and Staffing Committee determines all matters concerning the appointment, terms of service, and remuneration of senior posts as defined by the Articles. The Committee also approve the design of, and determine targets for, any performance related pay schemes operated by the University. Remuneration and Staffing Committee is also responsible for approving staff policies, regulations and procedures within the overall human resource strategy. Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Remuneration and Staffing Committee

    • Ben Buckton (Chair)
    • Steve Armstrong, Chair of the Board of Governors
    • Sarah Fahy, Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors
    • Fiona Bolton
    • Les Ebdon
    • Steve Shaw

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Tuesday15 October 20243pm - 4.30pm
    Tuesday12 December 20243pm - 4.30pm
    Tuesday20 May 20253pm - 4.30pm
    Tuesday1 July 20253pm - 4.30pm
    Transformation Projects Committee

    Transformation Projects Committee undertakes due diligence enquiries and necessary scrutiny on behalf of the Board on matters of strategic or fundamental importance to the University and planning of significant capital projects. The Committee also monitors progress on the implementation of strategic projects, campus developments, new or existing commercial ventures, and other such initiatives. Read the full Terms of Reference.

    Members of the Transformation Projects Committee

    • Gavin Poole (Chair)
    • Sarah Fahy, Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors
    • Amanjit Jhund’s nominee, Chair of the Finance and Resources Committee
    • Jackie Craissati, Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee
    • Amanda Broderick, Vice-Chancellor and President
    • Dean Curtis, Deputy Vice-Chancellor
    • Naureen Khan
    • Matthew Almond
    • Abhi Roy / Stuti Sah

    Meeting calendar

    DayDateTime
    Tuesday24 September 20242pm - 4pm
    Tuesday5 November 20242pm - 4pm
    Tuesday4 March 20252pm - 4pm
    Tuesday10 June 20253pm - 4.30pm