Access to advice, information and records
Induction
The GNB Secretary will provide an information pack to new members to assist them to meet their Board responsibilities.
Matters included in the induction include:
- The powers and functions of the GNB
- GNB’s policies and procedures
- Current projects and issues currently being considered by the GNB
- GNB Risk Register
- GNB Strategic Plan
- GNB Code of Conduct
- GNB Charter
- Training in record management, privacy and cybersecurity,
- Schedule of proposed meeting dates and times.
Access to advice
Independent professional legal, financial, or other advice may be sought by members through the Chair, provided the advice is considered necessary for the member to effectively discharge their duties as a member.
The consent of the Chair will not be withheld unreasonably. Any such advice obtained will be made available to all members.
Access to information and records
Each member is entitled to have free and full access to all Board records (including minutes, agenda papers, tabled documents, and presentations) created during their term(s) as a member.
Member development
Access to education and training in matters relevant to the functions and responsibilities of the board will be provided, as approved by the Chair.
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