CONSTITUTION
The governing principles of the Britannia Business Association.
The Constitution of the Britannia Business Association sets out the principles, structures, and standards that guide our work across the United Kingdom. It ensures that every chapter, every member, and every leader operates within a clear, consistent, and values‑driven national framework.
Our Constitution is built on traditional British values — fairness, responsibility, integrity, and service — and provides the foundation for a strong, stable, and ethical national association.
1. Purpose of the Association
The Association exists to:
strengthen British business communities
uphold ethical and professional standards
promote responsibility and civic leadership
support the development of local chapters
preserve and advance traditional British values
These principles guide every decision and every chapter within the national network.
2. National Governance
The Association is governed by a national framework that ensures:
accountability
transparency
consistency
long‑term stability
protection of the Association’s identity and standards
National governance provides oversight for all chapters and ensures that the Association remains aligned with its founding purpose.
Governance Framework
Funding & Transparency
3. Membership Principles
Membership is open to individuals and organisations who:
uphold the Association’s values
commit to ethical business practice
support the mission of civic renewal
contribute positively to their local community
Members agree to follow the Association’s Code of Conduct and support the development of a national network rooted in shared responsibility.
Membership Options Code of Conduct
4. Chapter Structure
Chapters operate locally but are part of a unified national system. Each chapter must:
follow national standards
uphold the Association’s values
maintain consistent meeting formats
operate transparently
support the national mission
Chapters are led by a Chapter Organiser and supported by the national framework.
Chapter Standards Chapter Leadership Start a Chapter
5. The Role of the Chapter Organiser
Chapter Organisers are responsible for:
launching and growing their chapter
delivering monthly meetings
maintaining standards and values
representing the chapter nationally
supporting member development
Organisers are recognised and rewarded for their leadership through the national revenue model.
6. National Revenue Model
The Association operates a transparent revenue model that ensures:
sustainable national governance
strong local chapter funding
fair recognition for chapter leadership
Revenue is distributed according to the national 50‑25‑25 model, supporting both local and national development.
Funding & Transparency
7. Standards & Conduct
All members and chapters must adhere to:
the Code of Conduct
national standards
ethical business practice
respectful behaviour
responsibility to community and country
These standards protect the integrity of the Association and ensure that every chapter reflects the values on which it was founded.
8. Amendments to the Constitution
The Constitution may be updated as the Association grows. Any amendments must:
align with the Association’s founding values
strengthen national governance
support long‑term sustainability
protect the Association’s identity
Updates are overseen by national leadership and communicated transparently to all members.