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Conflicts of interest

Understanding what constitutes a conflict of interest and how to handle potential conflicts on the board

Guidance
10/12/2025
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Declaring and avoiding conflicts of interest is a legal and moral responsibility that all governors and trustees have and can affect the governing board’s ability to govern effectively.

Understanding how to identify and manage conflicts ensures that the governing board can be, and is seen to be, impartial in decision making.

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