Trustee Information
Bourton & District U3A is a registered charity. Number 1157184
A Trustee is responsible for the general control and management of his/her U3A and must carry out his/her duties within the context of the governing document (i.e. the constitution). Please note that a Trustee must
• Act in the interests of the U3A
• Ensure that it operates in a manner that is consistent with its objects and purposes
• Act with care and diligence and in accordance with any legal requirements
The trustees have a duty to operate their charity for the public benefit
PB1 The Public Benefit Requirement
PB2 Running a Charity
PB3 Reporting
The Charity Commission has issued guidance for Trustees:
The Essential Trustee CC3a/CC3)
Becoming a Trustee
The Trustee Board\'s Responsibilities
Trustee Handbook-a guide to online services
It\'s Your Decision Charity trustees and decision making
See also the Code of Conduct for U3A Trustees
The U3A Trust has published a number of information booklets and advice sheets for use by Committee members. These can be viewed and downloaded from the member area of the U3A website. Committee members are strongly recommended to read all of these.