BOARD SECRETARIES’ FORUM

An engaging group for governance experts, ably led by Martin Skeats, Board Secretary of the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The forum meets on a quarterly basis, to share best practice and discuss various challenges they are facing within their profession, with a supportive community of peers.

Recent sessions have focused on the process of carrying out Board effectiveness reviews, documenting conflicts of interest, and lessons from the Public Accounts Committee report on government’s handling of ALBs.

The group also engages with government, inviting guest speakers from Cabinet Office to provide updates on the Public Bodies reform programme and participating in consultations.

Governance experts of ALBs are invited to join this group.

EDI FORUM

A popular and vibrant group, led by co-chairs, Chair Richard Bond, Innovation and Services Director, The Coal Authority and Dionne Spence, Chief Enforcement Officer and Deputy Registrar, General Pharmaceutical Council.

The forum meets on a quarterly basis to discuss issues topical on the ED&I agenda, and how to maintain momentum and drive improvements in this space across the public sector.

Sessions have focused on creating inclusive hybrid working environments, how to deliver inclusive services for a diverse public, and the use of employee fora.

Chief Executives, Chairs, Senior Directors, and ED&I specialists are invited to join this group.