Governance and groups

The College is a registered charity incorporated by Royal Charter in 1995. We are governed by a Board of Trustees, elected by our College Council which is, in turn, elected by our members.

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Our reference group members are committed volunteers representing a range of professional and patient experience.

The Board of Trustees ensures that we meet our financial and legal responsibilities as a chartered body with charitable status.

College Council sets the strategic and professional direction of the College, and ensures that we remain true to our principles and accountable to our members.

Our committees play a major role in developing and implementing College policy, standards and regulations.