Breaking news: The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Board of Trustees will continue in their positions following the conclusion of the removal election. (For background to this political move by a trans activist group after the UKCP removed its signature to the Memorandum of Understanding on conversion therapy see here. )
In the election, 79.29% of votes were cast in favour of retaining the current Board.
A total of 2,588 votes were cast by eligible members, a small turnout of 28.19%. Of these, 1,991 votes supported the current Board remaining in position, while 520 (20.71%) votes were cast for their removal. 77 chose to abstain.
The Board of Trustees said: ‘We are grateful for the members’ decision to support our continuation as Trustees. We are reflecting on the events of the past three months and are looking forward to strengthening connections with members. We will now start to move forward with our plans for the future which include finalising the three-year strategy for UKCP and becoming a more inclusive organisation that embraces diverse perspectives and fosters a sense of belonging for all.’
Read full statement here.
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