If your board has no existing vacancies, you might wish to appoint what’s called an ‘associate member’ - a temporary member who’s brought in to sit on a committee because of a specific skill set.
The charity Independent Governor Support (IGovS), which provides free mentoring and support for boards, says this role can work really well if implemented properly but not everyone understands the role and its remit.
We asked the IGovS team, who’re made up of experienced trustees, governors and governance professionals, to share some tips on best practice and how to stay compliant.
