The General Council Business Committee
The General Council is a statutory body comprising all graduates and academic staff of the University of Glasgow. It plays a role in the governance of the University.
The General Council works through a Standing Committee called the General Council Business Committee. It acts on behalf of the General Council in matters within its powers, including those delegated by the University Court or Senate. The Business Committee makes representations to the Court on Ordinances and Resolutions. The Convenor of the Business Committee reports to the General Council at statutory Half-Yearly General Council Meetings.
Vacancies on the Business Committee
There will be a number of vacancies on the Business Committee from 1 February 2027, and nominations are now invited from eligible members.
To stand for election, please complete the Nomination Form 2026.docx and return it by 4.00pm on 23 November 2026.
Following the close of nominations, candidates' statements and information will be published online ahead of voting, which will take place in January 2027.
The results of the election will be announced at the General Council Half-Yearly Meeting on 25 January 2027.
Members
The General Council Business Committee (GCBC) plays a central role in supporting the work of the General Council and advancing its interests within the University.
The Committee comprises the Principal, two General Council Assessors to Court, twenty elected members and the Clerk to the General Council. Elected members serve a four-year term.
The Clerk to the General Council acts as secretary to the Committee.
Meetings
Committee members meet four times each year and also attend the General Council's two Half-Yearly Meetings.
Meetings are typically held at 1800 hours and are delivered through a combination of online and in-person sessions.
The next meeting of the General Council Business Committee will take place on 12 January 2027 at 1800 hours.
For more information contact the Clerk at clerkgc@glasgow.ac.uk.