Prior to the meeting – the chairman or scheme secretary reviewing potential conflicts arising on the agenda and discussing with those involved how best to deal with them
Noting the register of interests, record of conflicts of interest and the gifts and hospitality register and whether any changes need to be made
Ensuring that information relevant to conflicts of interest (a register of interests, conflict policies etc) has been provided by any new trustees and advisers
Noting any forthcoming agenda items or items of work where conflicts of interest are expected to be an issue and considering how to deal with them
Declaring and minuting all conflicts that have arisen during a decision-making process, and recording the actions taken to manage or avoid them
Considering whether legal advice is required to deal with complex or material conflicts of interest
Periodically reviewing the arrangements for dealing with conflicts of interest to check whether they remain appropriate
