NATIONAL HOUSES IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION NETWORK CONSTITUTION
CONSTITUTION
1.
Name
1.1
The name of the
organisation shall be the “National Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
Network”, (hereinafter called “the Network”).
2.
Aim
2.1
To promote a
clear understanding of the wide range of matters associated with parts 1, 2
& 3 of the Housing Act 2004 and to share information, skills and experience
amongst interested parties. This will be achieved by:
2.1.1 A membership of interested individuals who
subscribe to the aims of the Network.
2.1.2 A Steering Group to provide direction and focus for the Network
2.1.3 The delivery of conferences and other
training events for members promoting good practice
2.1.4 A website to promote the Network, provide and
share information and provide a communication channel with a wider audience
3.
Powers
3.1
In furtherance of these aims, the Network may, by itself or through the
steering group:
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publish and distribute information
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promote or carry out research/training
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arrange conferences
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raise funds
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make representations and comments
about legislation, government proposals and consultations
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do all such other lawful things as are necessary
4.
Membership
4.2
Members of the Network must subscribe to its aims.
4.3 Membership shall be open, regardless of
nationality, ethnicity, political party, race, disability, religious opinion,
age or sexuality, to all persons who share the aims of the Network.
4.4 The Steering Group may refuse or terminate
the membership of any person whose new or continued membership would not, in
the reasonable view of the Steering Group, be consistent with the aims of the
Network, (but only after notifying the prospective or actual member concerned
in writing and considering the matter in the light of any written
representations which the member puts forward within 28 days of receiving the
notice.)
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