Our Constitution sets out the framework of rules within which we operate the document is in a number of parts each of which can be viewed through selecting the links below:

Part 1 Summary and Articles of the Constitution
This is the main body of the Constitution which sets out the basic framework of rules and roles and responsibilities of the Authority and its Committees and of the statutory officers.

Part 2 Scheme of Delegation to Officers
This sets out the various powers and responsibilities delegated to individual officers of the Authority.

Part 3 Scheme of Delegation for the Border to Coast Pensions Partnership
This sets out the arrangements for making decisions in relation to the Authority’s responsibilities as a member of the Border to Coast Pensions Partnership.

Part 4 Standing Orders
These set out various key procedures such as the arrangements for meetings of the Authority and its committees together with the financial regulations and rules for procuring goods and services.

Part 5 Codes and Protocols
These set out how issues such as conflicts of interest should be dealt with and the codes of conduct for both staff and members of the Pensions Authority together with the arrangements for ensuring the independence of key statutory officers.

Part 6 Members Allowance Scheme
This sets out the scheme of allowances payable to members for their work on the Authority.