Minutes and Action Minutes

Question 1

What is Minutes?

Answer 1

‘Minutes’ is the term given to the written record of what was discussed and decided during a meeting - they should be brief, accurate and clear.

Question 2

What is action Minutes?

Answer 2

At some meetings Action Minutes are preferred. These simply require the Secretary to show on a prepared layout the action required, who is to carry out each task and the target date for the tasks to be completed.

Question 3

Benefits of Minutes and Action Minutes:
Proof is provided of…

Answer 3

what was discussed.

Question 4

Benefits of Minutes and Action Minutes:
Decisions made are…

Answer 4

recorded.

Question 5

Benefits of Minutes and Action Minutes:
Any action required by members are highlighted - the…

Answer 5

Minutes can be a useful reminder!

Question 6

Benefits of Minutes and Action Minutes:
They inform absentees, or interested non-members about…

Answer 6

what took place at the meeting.