As a mutual, we’re accountable only to you, our members. The AGM is your chance to vote on important decisions, ask questions to the Board, and hear directly from our chair and chief executive.
Read on to find out how you can have your say ahead of our 176th Annual General Meeting, which takes place on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at Trinity Park, Ipswich.
Am I eligible to vote and what can I vote on?
The requirements for a member to be eligible to vote beforehand or at our AGM are outlined in our Rules and Memorandum. You can vote if:
1. are aged 18 years or over on 25 March 2026;
2. either had a shareholding in the Society of at least £100 on 30 November 2025 or have owed at least £100 to the Society on a mortgage loan on 30 November 2025;
3. have not ceased to hold shares in the Society at any time since 30 November 2025 or
owe the Society not less than £100 on a mortgage loan on the voting date; and
4. are the first named account holder in our records.
Eligible members can have their say on the Society’s future governance and resolutions, this includes:
- Receiving the Report of the Directors, Annual Accounts and Auditor’s Report
- Re-election of Society Directors
- Approval of Directors’ Remuneration Report
- Re-appointment of Auditors
- Any special resolutions which may be proposed.
How will you contact me?
Members will receive an email from us by default. Those without an email address, or who have requested to receive a paper pack, will receive it in the post.
Voting packs will arrive with members from Wednesday 18 February 2026. The pack will include everything you need to vote.
How and when can I use my vote?
Your voting pack will include full details on how you can vote. Refer to the information below for four different ways to vote and deadlines for each method.
- Online by 6.30pm on Monday 23 March 2026
- In branch by 12 noon on Saturday 21 March 2026
- Via post to be received by 6.30pm on Monday 23 March 2026
- In person at our AGM on Wednesday 25 March 2026
How can I attend the AGM?
Our AGM and an audience with Iona Bain will take place on Wednesday 25 March 2026 at Trinity Park, Ipswich, at 6.30pm.
Use the link below to find out more and to register your attendance.
