A reminder to DHST members: election of new board

A reminder to DHST members that the closing date for completed nomination papers for election to the Board of the DHST is 29 May (as per notification in email/letter sent to all members on 8 May). Nomination papers are to be returned to DHST’s email address info@dhst.org.uk or by post to (DHST elections), c/o 35 Cambria Road, London, SE5 9AS.

How do I stand for election?

To stand you will need to complete the Nomination Form and be supported by 2 other members of DHST. Any member can support the nomination of as many candidates as they want. You will also be required to write a personal statement of no more than 600 words in support of your candidature; this statement will then be issued with the ballot papers.

If you are thinking of standing for election to the DHST Board please check the DHST constitution and policies, as well as list of roles and responsibilities, including collective responsibilities of Board members.

Who can stand for election?

Any paid up member of DHST as long as he/she:

• is over 18
• has not been declared bankrupt
• is not subject to a disqualification order under the Company Directors Disqualification Act
• has not been convicted of an indictable offence (other than a spent conviction as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)
• is willing to abide by any rules for the conduct of the election, and
• if elected, is willing to sign-up to the Board Membership and Conduct Policy found on our website.

The Board need people with a range of skills and backgrounds who support the aims of DHST. The work will be unpaid, but rewarding, as it will hopefully ensure the sustainability and well-being of the football club that we all support.

Who can vote?

All paid up members 18 and over who have joined the Trust by 29 May 2016. The Trust is a democratic organisation and every member has one vote irrespective of how much they have contributed to the Trust. Please use your vote.

The election process

• Sunday 29 May – closing date for completed nomination papers to be returned to DHST’s email address info@dhst.org.uk or by post to (DHST elections), c/o 35 Cambria Road, London, SE5 9AS.
• Monday 6 June – If the number of members standing for election is more than the number of positions available, ballot papers with written statements will be e-mailed/posted to members.
• Sunday 26 June – Deadline for ballot papers to be returned to 35 Cambria Road, London, SE5 9AS or emailed to info@dhst.org.uk.
• Friday 1 July – Complete counting ballot papers.
• Monday 4 July – AGM and results of the election announced.

Note that if fewer than six eligible candidates are nominated, no ballot will be held and the nominees will be elected.