Governance & compliance
Governance reviews & board support
Good governance is quiet: when it works, nobody notices, and the organisation just runs well. We help boards get there, whether you want a full governance review, a second opinion on a tricky decision, or someone to turn to when something unusual comes up.
Who this is for
Trustees, directors and chief executives who want their board to work better, newly formed boards finding their feet, and organisations at a moment when governance suddenly matters more: a growth spurt, a funding change or a difficult decision.
If you have ever left a board meeting unsure whether you did things properly, we can help.
At a glance
- Governance reviews with practical recommendations
- Measured against your governing document and the Charity Governance Code
- Support with conflicts of interest, recruitment and delegation
- Someone to call when the board meets something new
How we help
We carry out governance reviews that look at how your board works: its structure and committees, how decisions are made and recorded, whether the right people are round the table, and whether your practice matches your governing document and the Charity Governance Code. You get a short, practical set of recommendations rather than a report that sits on a shelf.
Between reviews, we are here for the everyday questions and the awkward ones: conflicts of interest, trustee recruitment, delegation, and the moments when a board asks whether it is allowed to do something.
Talk to us
Not sure where to start? Book an online appointment and we will point you to the right help.
Email hello@proartsplus.co.uk or call 0330 127 1414 during office hours.
How it works
- Scope
We agree what the review should cover. - Look
We read your documents and see how the board works in practice. - Listen
We talk to the people who need talking to. - Recommend
We come back with findings and a short list of things to do.
For ongoing support, you simply have us on hand, so the board is never facing something unfamiliar alone.
Why ProArtsPlus
We know the cultural sector’s pressures from the inside, and we have helped develop governance guidance for the sector, including through the Cultural Governance Alliance. We give boards confidence, not homework.
Frequently asked questions
What is a governance review?
An independent look at how your board and organisation are run, measured against good practice and your own governing document, ending in clear recommendations. Think of it as a health check for the board.
What are the main duties of a charity trustee?
Trustees must make sure the charity pursues its purposes, act in its best interests, manage its resources responsibly, act with reasonable care and skill, comply with the law and its governing document, and make sure it is accountable. We help boards understand and meet these duties without being overwhelmed.
Does the Charity Governance Code apply to us?
The Code is not a legal requirement, but it sets out good practice for boards of charities of every size, and what it asks of you is proportionate to your size and complexity. We help you use it sensibly.
Can you help with one specific problem rather than a full review?
Yes. Plenty of boards come to us with a single question, from a conflict of interest to a disagreement between trustees. We help with the thing in front of you.
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