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Corporate Governance Framework

Our corporate governance framework sets out the necessary responsibilities and procedures that guarantee we operate properly.

Published
29 October 2021

Last updated
1 May 2024 - Changes

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Senior Independent Director

3.12 The Chair, with the agreement of the Commissioners, will appoint one of their number to act as the Senior Independent Director (SID).

3.13 The key responsibilities of the SID are:

  • providing a sounding board and source of constructive challenge to the Chair
  • providing an independent check on the relationship between the Chair and CEO, acting as an intermediary between them if needed
  • maintaining independent relationships with other Commissioners and Gambling Commission employees in order to receive feedback and concerns regarding the performance or conduct of the Chair
  • acting as a reporting point for any concerns regarding whistleblowing or organisational culture that cannot be raised with Chair or CEO, including the concerns of key stakeholders
  • chairing Board meetings in the absence of the Chair
  • taking the leading non-executive role in the recruitment of the Chair.
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