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Academy trust governance

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Academy trust AGMs: guidance and agenda

NGA recommends that all academy trusts hold an annual general meeting (AGM). Most articles of association make this a requirement.

AGMs help members to ensure transparency, accountability, and sufficient scrutiny of the trust’s governance.

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