The BIAS 2018 AGM took place on the 24th November. A summary of the key points can be found below:

• The motion to remove the membership fee was passed.  More details can be found here
• The motion to amend the constitution to better reflect the role of BIAS was passed.  The updated constitution can be found here.
• The motion to adopt a new equality Charter was passed.  The charter can be found here.
• The motion to adopt a new manifesto for 2019 was passed.  The manifesto can be found here.
• David Gathergood confirmed that the finances were in a healthy state and that there was little expenditure for the past year.  The audited accounts can be found here.
• David Gathergood also announced he was standing down after eight years as Treasurer and David Minckley was nominated to replace him.
• Richard Nabarro and Darren Castle have also been nominated to join the committee

The full minutes of the AGM can be found here.