Motions
A motion is a proposal where the entire board take action or stand on an issue with the Model Rules. So far, there are no motions being proposed for this AGM. Members who wish to raise a motion at the AGM can do so verbally on the afternoon or contact the office by emailing accounts@newarthillcu.co.uk or in writing to the office. These motions will be considered, reported and replied to in due course.
Voting Procedure
The voting procedure for the AGM is as follows:
- The report, application, consideration or motion will be presented
- The Chairperson will ask for a proposer
- At this point if you have an objection or question raise your hand so it can be clearly seen
- The Chairperson will ask you to state your objection or question
- If there are many objections or questions the Chairperson will ask for a show of hands and votes will be counted individually by the designated staff
- The Chairperson will ask for a seconder to resolve the motion, their name will be recorded in the minutes. If there is no seconder the motion will fall.
Nominations
Are you interested in becoming a Director at Newarthill Credit Union? A Director must be a member of the Credit Union and at least 21 years of age. All applications (if successful) will be brought before the members at the AGM for election. Directors typically serve a term of 3 years and after this will be required to be re-elected at the AGM by the member’s.
How to Apply
Nomination forms can be requested by emailing accounts@newarthillcu.co.uk, or by phone or in the office. Applications received will be subject to “fit and proper” regulatory compliance checks to assess fitness to hold such a vital position.