The University Council
The University Council is the executive governing body of the University,
responsible for the management and administration of the revenue and property of
the University.
The Council is entrusted with the proper conduct of University business in
support of the objectives defined by the University Charter and Statues;
strategic planning; financial affairs, including the annual budget; estates
management; staffing matters; health and safety issues, and oversight of the
Students' Union.
Council normally meets four times a year. The current Chair of Council is Lord Currie of Marylebone, (Pro-Chancellor). There are 25 members; the majority of
Council members are
external. The University Registrar and Secretary acts as
Secretary to Council.
For general enquiries about any aspect of Council. please
contact Dr Sonia Virdee in the first instance, e-mail: svirdee
(non Essex users should add @essex.ac.uk to create the full
e-mail address).