Appendix 5: Role of the Committee Chairs 

The responsibilities of the Committee Chairs are to: 

1. Provide strong leadership and direction to the Committee, ensuring that it fulfils its purpose effectively, in accordance with its terms of reference 
2. Agree the Committee’s work programme and ensure efficient and effective conduct of Committee business 
3. Report on Committee business to the Board, and ensure that appropriate matters are referred for consideration by the Board 
4. Promote a culture of openness and debate, encouraging effective contributions from and good relationships between members of the Committee and the Executive 
5. Establish a good working relationship with the appropriate lead Executive Director for the Committee, providing challenge and support where necessary 
6. Ensure there is a review of Committee effectiveness at least annually report, reporting the outcome of the review to the Board.