Charter, Ordinances and Regulations

The powers of the Royal College of Anaesthetists are laid out in the Royal Charter, Ordinances and Regulations.

Charter

The Charter itself sets out the aims and powers of the Royal College of Anaesthetists and establishes its basic constitution. Only the King in Council can amend the Royal Charter, on the recommendation of the College, following an annual or emergency general meeting.

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Ordinances

The Ordinances, which are scheduled to the Charter, lay down more detailed rules governing the way in which the College functions and runs its activities. Only the Privy Council can amend the Ordinances on recommendation of the college, following an annual or emergency general meeting.

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Regulations

Matters of greater detail, relating to many aspects of the administration of the College are set out in the Regulations. The Board of Trustees can amend the regulations, after seeking advice from Council.

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Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is the RCoA's governing body. It is responsible for the general control and management of the College.

Council
Council is the body responsible for the professional aspects of the specialty of anaesthesia, with responsibility for developing and implementing the College's policies on clinical and professional matters, and responding to the current issues affecting professional practice and professional matters.

Annual Review and Statements
This page includes past and recent Annual Review and Financial Statement documents from the Royal College of Anaesthetists.