CIPFA Council elections 2025

We are now inviting all CIPFA members to nominate candidates for the 21 regional seats on the CIPFA Council. Elected members are expected to maintain a proactive interest in the work of their regional branch and support good communication between Council, the region and regional membership.

About the role

Being on CIPFA’s Council provides a unique opportunity to set the strategic framework and direction for the Institute. Council is the governing body of CIPFA, and it has a wide-ranging remit that includes:

  • approving standards of professional practice and statements and codes of best practice
  • setting the strategic direction, approves mid-term strategy, annual business plan and budget
  • approving and adopting the annual report and accounts of the Institute
  • setting the risk mandate to inform the risk culture of CIPFA
  • approving the terms of reference and delegated powers of its committees and boards
  • making appointments, including Council co-options.

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