The Academy held its Annual General Meeting on 14 October. As with most similar organisations, this is an important element of the Academy’s governance. Several decisions are reserved to the membership in general meeting. These include the appointment of new members of council, the election of officers and the adoption of accounts.

The following officers were elected:

• Chair: William Hooper
• Deputy Chair: Nigel Young
• Vice Chair: Mike Allen (appointed)
• Secretary: Stuart Broom
• Treasurer: Joe Skilton.

The following were elected to join the Council:

• David Cannell
• Helen Gregory
• Derek Nelson
• Syed Turab

Departing members of Council who stood down were thanked for their contributions.

The full Council meets twice a year, in June and November, and the Executive Committee once a month.

If you would like to help with the running of the Academy or stand for election to Council please contact us, volunteers are always welcome!