Governance

Tranmere Rovers Supporters Trust is a registered Community Benefit Society operating under the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) framework. Established in 2002, we a member of the Football Supporters' Association (FSA) and exist to empower fans and benefit the wider community through democratic representation, transparent governance, and community-focused initiative.

Governance and Democratic Accountability

The Trust upholds the principle of “one member, one vote.” All members enjoy equal voting rights at Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings, which set the Trust’s strategic direction, elect the Board, and approve constitutional amendments.

Our rules require a Board of 6–10 directors, each elected for up to three-year terms. Should vacancies arise, the Board can co‑opt up to one-third of its directors—ensuring they bring in necessary skills and diversity while maintaining member control. Board elections took place most recently in May 2025.

Roles and Responsibilities

Directors carry fiduciary duties under both company and society law. They must comply with the Board’s Membership and Conduct Policy, declare any conflicts of interest, and oversee the Trust’s adherence to its purpose.

The Board may establish specialist committees, seek professional advice and delegate responsibilities but ultimately remains accountable.

Financial Integrity & Compliance

As a Community Benefit Society, the Trust operates under strict financial controls. Surpluses are reinvested to serve its community mission, with no personal gain to members.

Constitution

Our constitution and rules are based on the FSA’s model rules and can be found here. 

These aims form part of the Trust’s constitution and are shown below, along with a brief explanation as to how the Trust attempts to achieve these aims. The explanatory comments are intended to provide the essence of what is meant within each aim. The examples used are by no means exhaustive, and may be modified or altered as the Trust progresses toward the achievement of each one.

 1) To strengthen the bonds between the Club and the community which it serves

• Act as a focal point for contact between Club and fans
• Encourage more openness and consultation in the Club’s decision-making
• Promote the Club through the Trust’s activities and events – e.g. fundraising, events, competitions, community forums
• Openness and transparency. Mainly to ensure that fans are informed immediately about decisions which are likely to affect them directly. 

2) To represent the interests of the supporters in the running of the Club

• Historical Trust representation on the Board
• Historical Trust meetings with the Club Chairman and the other Board members
• Regular fan forums
• Trust AGM allows members to determine direction of Trust
• Provide strong representation for Trust members with shares at the Club AGM
• Ambition to purchase shares in the Club
• Make sure that information about the feelings of the supporters is effectively communicated to the club, ensuring that the views of the paying fans are taken into account in any planning or decision making.

3) To help raise the profile of the Club and encourage new support from all areas of the community

• Provide a visible presence of TRFC fans on Wirral via:
  • Trust website
  • Contributions to other TRFC supporter websites
  • Radio appearances
  • Newspaper columns and/or regular press releases
• Historic regular initiatives to assist the sale of season tickets at TRFC
• Provide “Supporters’ voice” to media
• Hold Trust events

 4). To help ensure the viability and long term continuity of the Club within the community of Wirral

• Act as rallying point for supporters of the Club if ever it finds itself in financial difficulties
• Fundraising for various Trust approved projects (i.e. decided by the membership of the Trust) – historic examples have included:
  • Physiotherapy equipment
  • Main stand renovation and up-keep
  • Pitch maintenance
  • Loan player acquisition
• Encourage local business involvement with the Club through sponsorship, corporate events, VIP tickets, etc.
• Club sponsorship – matches, media suite, players, advertising
• Helping to provide transport to away games
• In case any unforeseen circumstances arise this aim allows for the Trust to get involved in any administration, or acquire a shareholding to protect the fans interests should this be the wish of the membership

Meetings & Documents

2025

Click here to view the March 2025 draft EGM Minutes
Click here to view the March 2025 EGM Calling Notice.
Click here to view the March 2025 EGM Proxy Form.
Click here to view the audited 2023 accounts.

2024

Click here to view the August 2024 draft AGM minutes.
Click here to view the Secretary's Report.
Click here to view the AGM presentation.
Click here to view the 2024 AGM Calling Notice.
Click here to view the 2024 AGM Proxy Form.
Click here to view the proposed update rules for TRST.
Click here to view the resolution.
Click here to view the 2023 accounts. 

2022

Click here to view the August 2022 AGM minutes.
Click here to view the May 2022 EGM minutes. 

2021

Click here to view the May 2021 AGM minutes.
Click here to view: Trust Accounts 2021

2020

Click here to view the June 2020 EGM agenda.
Click here to view the June 2020 EGM minutes.
Click here to view: Trust Accounts 2020

2019

Click here to view: Reports & Accounts, November 2019