Amendment of governing instruments

33Consents

(1)

The Chapter of a cathedral may not make amendments to the constitution or statutes unless it has obtained—

(a)

the consent of the Church Commissioners,

(b)

the consent of the bishop of the diocese, and

(c)

if consent is required under subsection (2) or (3), that consent.

(2)

Amendments to the constitution which would, if the Chapter were a charitable incorporated organisation, be regulated alterations within the meaning of section 226 of the Charities Act 2011 require the consent of the Charity Commission.

(3)

Amendments to the constitution or statutes which affect any right or interest of Her Majesty require Her consent.