Welcome to the NFU Governance Handbook.
This part of the website is for NFU officeholders only. Here you will find the relevant compliance documentation to support you in your role.
As an elected officeholder, you will play a crucial role representing your fellow farmers and growers.
In order for the NFU to maintain its position as a professional, modern and credible organisation which represents our members’ interests at the highest level, it is important that all our representatives and staff conduct themselves in a manner which preserves and enhances the NFU’s reputation.
The policies below set out what is expected of NFU Officeholders when conducting their role as a representative of the NFU. It is vital to the NFU’s continued success that you act in line with these policies. Thank you for taking the time to read these policies.
Introduction
Please begin by reading the introductory letter from NFU Director General, Terry Jones.
Important Documents
Below are documents that you must read, acknowledge and ensure you understand.
The Acceptance Form and Confidentiality Agreement must be signed and returned to your Regional Director or Board Secretary.
NFU Officeholder Code of Conduct
Data Protection Policy and Guidance
Additional Guidance
Useful Documents
Below are documents that you should read.
If you experience any difficulty in accessing or completing the above documents, please contact [email protected] for assistance.