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Length of service for a chair of governors
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How long should a chair of governors stay in office? We look at DfE guidance on the suggested length of service for a chair of governors. We relay advice from our associate experts on when a chair should step down and how they can continue making use of their governance skills.
Contents
- 1 There is no restriction on a chair of governors' length of service
- 2 Is there a recommended length of service?
- 3 Why limiting chairs' terms is beneficial: advice from NLGs
- 4 Should an outgoing chair remain a governor?
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