Representing the views of the
membership and the wider community regarding key issues and
consulting them on important matters such as service developments
and changes
Helping to shape the Trust's future
plans and the services that it provides
Holding the non-executive directors
to account for the performance of the board of directors
Appointing and, if appropriate,
removing the NHS foundation trust's auditor
Appointing and, if appropriate,
removing the Trust Chair and/or Non-Executive Directors
Deciding the pay and allowances, and
the other terms and conditions of office, of the Chair and the
Non-Executive Directors - through the Remuneration and Nominations
Committee
Approving (or not approving) the
appointment of the Chief Executive
Approving (or not approving)
"significant transactions"; and
Approving (or not approving)
amendments to the Trust's constitution.