Calling and conducting a meeting

In this lesson

1. 0:00 Who can call a general meeting
2. 0:23 Shareholding requirements and timing rules
3. 0:56 Meeting quorum and legal requirements
4. 1:34 Voting methods and shareholder power
5. 2:18 Chair responsibilities and proxy voting
6. 3:17 Record keeping and documentation

About this lesson

You'll discover who can request a meeting, what constitutes a valid quorum, and how voting works—including the difference between a show of hands and a poll. This is essential knowledge for the Corporate and Business Law paper, where meeting procedures and shareholder rights are regularly tested. The video walks you through the key rules: who has the power to call a meeting (directors or shareholders holding at least 5–10% of paid-up share capital), the minimum attendance required for decisions to be binding, and how to handle voting when members can't attend in person. You'll also learn about the role of the chair, the importance of keeping meeting minutes, and how proxy voting allows shareholders to participate without being physically present. Understanding these procedures will help you answer exam questions confidently and apply this knowledge to real-world governance scenarios.

Duration: 3m