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It sets out the background and rationale for twice-yearly senior representative meetings, including how supporter representatives are elected or invited under democratic principles. It clarifies that the document is not legally binding, but a principles-based framework. It specifies responsibilities for the Trust, the club, and both parties, covering governance, consultation, confidentiality protocols, agendas, minutes, and shared contacts for effective two-way communication.","Memorandum of Understanding Template\nParties\nThe parties to this Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) are:\n1. [INSERT LEGAL NAME OF SUPPORTERS TRUST] (also known as [NAME] Supporters’ Trust) a community benefit society registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) with number [INSERT REG. NUMBER] whose registered address is [INSERT REGISTERED ADDRESS] (“the trust”) 2. [INSERT LEGAL NAME OF FOOTBALL CLUB] (also known as [INSERT CLUB NAME] a [INSERT LEGAL ENTITY, NUMBER AND REGISTERED ADDRESS] (“the club”)\nBackground\na) As part of the Government Expert Working Group on Football Supporter Ownership and Engagement from the start of the 2016/17 season it is a requirement for all EPL and EFL clubs to meet structured dialogue commitments, with the National League due to follow a similar path for 2017/18.\nb) The minimum level of commitment is for senior Club representatives (owners, directors, senior executive management) to meet with a representative group of supporters, that must include the Supporters Trust, at least twice a year.\nc) The matters for discussion will often be of a strategic nature and may relate to the management and day to day running of the club\nd) Where meetings are not open to all supporters wishing to attend, the supporter representatives must be elected, selected or invited in line with basic democratic principles; and individuals cannot be excluded by the Club without good reason (the Club acting reasonably).\nThis is not a legally binding document or contract, but it is a statement of the principles that the trust and the club subscribe to, to create an effective, mutually beneficial, structured communication channel.\nThe Trust will:\n1) Be properly incorporated and constituted with a democratic ‘one member one vote’ democratic governance structure, filing annual returns with the FCA, and offering an open and affordable membership to any supporter of the club\n2) Consult with its membership regularly on issues of importance particularly ahead of structured dialogue meetings with the club.\n3) Liaise with other supporters’ groups and stakeholders on suitable topics for discussion ahead of structured dialogue meetings, respecting other existing communication and supporter dialogue structures that exist between supporters and the club.\n4) Send suitable non-conflicted people who understand their role as representatives for supporters, not just to voice their own views\nThe club will:\n1) Provide a suitable level of financial information split into appropriate categories and with a level of detail that builds trust and understanding of how the club is being run\n2) Use the structured dialogue format to consult about significant decisions such as any permanent ground move, change of club badge or substantial change to club colours.\n3) Use the meetings to discuss wider league/national consultation that will affect supporters\n4) Take the opportunity to discuss any potential ownership changes including future opportunity for supporters to invest in their club\n5) Not exclude individuals without good reason 6) Send suitable senior club representatives who have the appropriate knowledge of the club and decision-making authority\nBoth parties will:\n1) Agree agenda items in a timely manner, circulating sufficient supporting information to be read ahead of the meeting.\n2) Respect that some items may be sensitive and deemed confidential, with an agreed protocol about how they should be reported\n3) Publish minutes agreed by both parties in a timely coordinated manner\n4) Share key contact information including roles and decision-making powers\n5) Ensure the meeting is ‘structured’ so that any topics that either party wants to discuss can be done so in an appropriate environment.\nEach party hereby confirms its agreement to the terms contained in this memorandum of understanding.\nSigned on behalf of the Trust:\nName:\nPosition:\nDate:\nSigned on behalf of the Club:\nName:\nPosition:\nDate","cbCaisBPZ7oGTI3u","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisBPZ7oGTI3u","docx",34292,3,"English","en",105,"# Parties\n## Background\n# The Trust will\n## The club will\n# Both parties will\n# Signatures","[{\"question\":\"Is this Memorandum of Understanding legally binding?\",\"answer\":\"No. It is not a legally binding document or contract, but a statement of principles the trust and the club subscribe to for structured communication.\"},{\"question\":\"What minimum meeting frequency does the template require?\",\"answer\":\"Senior club representatives must meet a representative group of supporters that includes the Supporters’ Trust at least twice a year.\"},{\"question\":\"What responsibilities are assigned to both parties regarding meetings?\",\"answer\":\"Both parties must agree agenda items in a timely manner, circulate supporting information, respect confidentiality with an agreed protocol, publish agreed minutes, share key contacts, and ensure meetings remain structured for appropriate discussion environments.\"}]","Memorandum of Understanding - 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