Crucial Resolutions Dominate Table Tennis England’s Upcoming AGM
As the highly anticipated Table Tennis England Annual General Meeting (AGM) approaches on July 20th, two critical resolutions have emerged as the focal points of discussion among table tennis enthusiasts. These resolutions aim to safeguard the organization’s Sport England funding and increase member representation on the Board, shaping the future of the sport in England.
The AGM will address a total of 11 resolutions, with the majority focused on tidying up the Articles, such as updating outdated terminology. However, Resolution 10 and Resolution 11 stand out as the most significant proposals.
Securing Sport England Funding with Resolution 10
Resolution 10 involves a small but essential change to the way individuals nominated for the role of Elected Director are put forward for election. This modification is necessary to ensure Table Tennis England’s compliance with the Code for Sports Governance, a crucial requirement for maintaining public funding from Sport England. As Table Tennis England Chair, Nick Donald, emphasizes, passing Resolution 10 is essential to securing the organization’s continued receipt of Sport England’s financial support.
Enhancing Member Representation with Resolution 11
Building upon Resolution 10, Resolution 11 proposes to increase the number of Elected Directors on the Board from four to five. This change is contingent on the successful passage of Resolution 10, further enhancing member representation within the governing body.
The voting process at the AGM is determined by the Companies Act, which requires a 75% majority to amend the Articles. Directors receive one vote unit each, while local league representatives and national councillors (as county representatives) are allocated vote units based on the number of player members in their respective leagues and associations.
Registration for the AGM remains open, and those interested in attending are encouraged to register by 11:59 pm on Sunday, July 14th. This opportunity allows table tennis enthusiasts to be part of the crucial discussions shaping the future of the sport in England.
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