Governance and structure
People Committee
The People Committee has a wide remit, responsible for the management and oversight of:
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
- Board composition and Trustee nominations
- Volunteering
- HR
- Health & Safety
For more information about the People Committee, read the full terms of reference. The Committee consists of four members. Current members are: Roger Harding (Chair), Amy Mary Rose Herring, Derek Burnett (Independent member), Geoff Pollard (Independent Member) and Moyna Wilkinson.
Finance, Audit & Risk Committee
The Finance, Audit & Risk Committee looks after internal and external audits, as well risk and quality assurance responsibilities. Among other things, the Committee is responsible for VS’ corporate risk register and quality assurance processes.
The Committee also manages the financial responsibilities and duties of the Board of Trustees. The Committee monitors our day-to-day financial management and reporting. For more information about the Committee, read the full terms of reference.
The Finance, Audit & Risk Committee consists of at least three Trustees and up to two independent members and is chaired by a Trustee. Current members are: Kathryn Adkins (Chair), Andrew Tivey, Moyna Wilkinson and Lianne Smith.
Remuneration Committee
Victim Support’s Remuneration Committee makes sure that the employment and remuneration responsibilities and duties of the Board of Trustees are managed effectively in relation to senior staff. For more information about the Remuneration Committee, read the full terms of reference.
The Chair of the Trustees chairs the Committee. Membership includes up to four Trustees and the Director of Human Resources attends to provide advice and support. Current members are Andrew Tivey (Chair), Kathryn Adkins and Roger Harding.