Governor administration
- Governor email accounts As a governor, the personal data you send over email must be kept secure. Use a secure school email address to help you meet UK GDPR requirements.
- How to use virtual tools to conduct governing board business You should use formal meetings (in person or virtually) as much as possible, but sometimes you need a way to communicate in-between meetings. Understand the rules and what's appropriate when using virtual tools like GovernorHub or email to conduct governing board business.
- School governors' right to time off work You have the right to take 'reasonable' time off work to carry out your governor duties. Find out what the rules are, if your profession is exempt, and what to do if you're having problems with your employer.
- Storing governing board documents Read this to make sure you're complying with the UK GDPR, and get guidance on how to store both electronic and paper documents so you know how to make yours secure.