The Governance section contains the Society’s formal rules, policies, and operating framework. These documents ensure transparency, consistency, and fairness in the administration of the breed and the Society. This section provides members with access to the Society’s official governance materials at any time.
Oversight
The Society’s governance framework and formal policy documents are administered through a dedicated Governance & Corporate Affairs function. This role supports the Board of Directors and National Management Committee in maintaining the Society’s rules, policies, and compliance framework.
Core Governance Documents
The following documents form the Society’s primary governance framework:
Byelaws
Privacy Notice
Code of Conduct
Articles of Association
Operational Policies
The Society maintains operational policies that support consistent administration, communication, and standards of conduct:
Media Policy
Media User Guidelines
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Latest Governance Updates
2026/02 – Updated Privacy Notice published.
2025/04 – Society Byelaws Version 3.0 adopted.