British Carriagedriving Council

COUNCIL MEMBERS

OFFICIALS

• A Committee is a formal part of our structure, with the Chair on Council or a Council Member identified as Council Rep. on the committee.

• Working groups have a clearly identified role, sometimes to tackle a specific item.

• Advisors/Consultants have a clear role, they can be invited to attend Council if required.

• Other Groups - these are technically approved by Council, but are basically appointed by the group they represent.

• Membership of Committees & Working Groups is reviewed annually.

FINANCE & GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE

This committee of 3 officers and 1 nominated Council member, has the following functions:

• With the guidance of the Treasurer, to consider BC budget & accounts.

• To consider proposed changes & major expenses to be put to Council.

• To have an overview of the working of Council & Committees.

• To identify issues which BC should be considering.

COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE

Competitions have a wide and varied role including:

• The production of the National Driving Calendar.

• Monitoring the class structure.

• Producing lists of qualifiers for the National Championship & Driver of the Year.

• Inspection of any new competition venues.

• Overseeing the appointment of Course Designers and Technical delegates.

• Liaising with the Judges Committee over dressage tests.

• Jurisdiction over most aspects of event organisation.

RULES COMMITTEE

• Considering proposed rule changes by FEI
• Advise Council which rules should be accepted.

• Identify any issues arising from changes to BC competitions.

• Oversee amendments to the BC Rule Book
• Dissemination to members, event organisers & clubs.

JUDGES COMMITTEE

• Monitor dressage tests & recommend changes in consultation with Competitions Committee.

• Recruit probationary judges, supervise their training & recommend their promotion.

• Together with the Training Group, organise the annual National Clinics.

• In alternate years, assist in the Club Clinics.

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Reviewing the BC Health & Safety Policy.

• Offer advice to Council & Affiliated Clubs.

• Monitor accident & incident reports and alert Council to any serious accidents or trends.

Specific interest groups

TRAINING WORKING GROUP

• Ensure that National Officials are made aware of current practice & relevant changes.

• To offer advice to groups & clubs organising training programmes.