Governance

This section of the site brings together all the management controls that support the running of Bolton Symphony Orchestra. These are reviewed on a regular basis by the Board of Trustees and the content forms the basis for the annual report and subsequent submission to the Charity Commission in compliance with the Orchestra's charitable status.

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Constitution

The Constitution establishes a set of rules by which the Orchestra operates. The constitution is reviewed from time to time as the needs of the Orchestra change.

BSO Constitution

Management

The Orchestra is managed by a Board of Trustees which meets on a regular basis throughout each financial year to review financial, management and artistic issues. Minutes of each meeting are taken and distributed to Board members with specific actions assigned where appropriate. An Annual General Meeting is held in accordance with the BSO Constitution and members of the organisation are notified prior to this meeting based on the requirements set out in the constitution. The Annual Review of the Trustees is presented at the AGM for approval following an independent review by our appointed auditor.

David Greenhalgh
BSO Administrator

Board of Trustees

Memoranda of Understanding

In order to ensure the continued development and success of the Orchestra, it is essential that the roles within the organisation are clearly defined and understood by the parties concerned. In particular this is crucial to an organisation such as BSO, which is dependent on certain key roles being fulfilled on an agreed basis and in return for which payment is made. It is to the benefit not only of BSO but also the holders of these roles that a clear understanding of their role is held by all, not only its specific duties, but also the expectations on both sides.

Memorandum of Understanding - Artistic Director
Memorandum of Understanding - Leader

Arts Action Plan

In order to establish a long term view of BSO's objectives, the Board of Trustees have produced a 5 year Arts Action plan which runs from 2005 to 2009. This document is reviewed on a regular basis as part of the Board of Trustees meetings.

5 year Arts Action Plan - 2005-2009

Annual Review

Each year, the Board of Trustees presents its review of the year to the Charity Commission.

This contains a report from Chairman along with financial accounts and a statement of approval by an independent examiner.

Annual Review - 2006