The Main Board is made up of six council nominees who are appointed by Newcastle City Council ; six tenant members, two from each of the three areas of the City, elected by other tenants on an area basis; six independent people who are chosen by a panel of board members; and a Chair.

Tenant and independent members stand down in rotation each year at the Annual General Meeting and vacancies are advertised locally.

What skills are needed to become a board member?

If you are interested in becoming a main board or area board member you should:

• have a commitment to social housing and the aims of Your Homes Newcastle
• Be able to work as part of a team and share responsibility for board decisions
• Have a commitment to equality
• Be able to understand complex information
• Put the interests of all tenants and Your Homes Newcastle first

Please click here to find out about current board vacancies.