Appendix 9: Further Important Information Related to Governance Responsibilities 

Board Members must comply with all Housing 21 policies/ procedures relevant to Board Members include the following: 

• Conflicts of interest  
• Data Protection Policy “Privacy Standard” 
• Equality, Diversion and Inclusion Policy 
• Gifts and hospitality  
• Grievance Policy 
• Health and Safety Policy 
• Housing 21 Rules 
• Memorandum and Articles of Association 
• Professional boundaries/ relationships  
• Risk Management Policy and Procedure 
• Social Media Policy 
• Whistleblowing Policy and Procedure 

Key Documents which support good governance:

• Board Meeting Planner and Timetable 
• Board Member Appraisal Process 
• Board Policy Framework 
• Board Member Skills Assessment 
• Board Member Induction Framework 
• Company Secretary Framework 
• Governance Framework 
• Scheme of Delegation  
• NHF Code of Governance