Review of the Constitution
I accept that a radical rewrite is untimely and like the changed ballot arrangements.
I understand the dangers inherent in time-limited terms of office but still believe that they should be considered, as longevity
in posts is fundamentally unhealthy and engenders a lack of other volunteers. Basically I think that the dangers foreseen,
i.e. inability to fill positions, can easily be overcome with an “exceptional circumstance” clause.
David Waxman
I also agree with the new ballot arrangements. I feel strongly that there should be a time limit on the terms of office.
The time limit on the main officers of the Management Committee can be determined for a longer period in order to maintain
continuity but in order to engender new thoughts and progressive ideas I feel that the committee members should be rotated
on, say, a three year basis.
Judith Biles
Continuity and keeping ‘good people around’ is very important. On the other hand, I certainly believe there should be time
limits on how long a Chairman should serve. That though does not necessarily mean a Chairman who has served, say, three years,
is lost as a valuable asset. I was once a member of a golf club that had a very sensible arrangement with regards to this matter.
When a new President was elected (in Yorkshire's situation it would be the Chairman) the immediate past incumbent of the President
position served ex officio until he was also replaced by events.
This means six years of valuable in-put from an experienced hand
Terry Jacobs