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ROLE OF THE ETHICS COMMITTEE
Determines whether formal complaints against BANT Members are justified and identifies appropriate action where any complaint is upheld.
Responds to queries and concerns from Members regarding aspects of working practice that relate to the Code of Ethics and Practice.
Independently protects the public and supports Members.
Regularly revises the Code of Ethics and Practice to take account of issues such as: changes in laws, working practices, Member and client experiences, complaints and queries received etc.
Takes a proactive role maintaining the ethical standards ensuring they are relevant and leading-edge.
Totally reviews the Code of Ethics and Practice every three years.
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE
Eight voluntary BANT Members reselected year by year.
One member is a Student member of BANT and one is non-BANT Lay Member.
Chairman is selected from the committee members, approved by the BANT Council and reports to the Council on all matters regarding Ethics.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND RECORDS
The Committee meets quarterly with a quorum consisting of the Chair plus 3 committee members.
The Committee keeps confidential written records of all discussions, meetings, and decisions. A summary of complaints and queries received is provided at the AGM.
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