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Board, Council & Committees: The Board and Council are the RYA's senior bodies and together are responsible for the governance of the Association. Specialised committees are responsible for its different areas of interest.

Anti-Bribery Policy: The RYA is committed to upholding the letter and spirit of the Bribery Act 2010.

Membership Matters: Personal members of the RYA and its affiliated clubs are members of Royal Yachting Association Limited, a company limited by guarantee. Read the documents governing this membership.

RYA Strategic Plan 2013-2017: Our mission for 2013-17 is to become more relevant to more boating communities in order to be more representative and influential.

Charitable Funding for Sailing: The RYA recognises the significant benefits charitable funding brings to sailing and boating

Safeguarding and Protecting Children: The RYA is committed to providing a safe environment for young people to enjoy sailing, windsurfing and powerboating

Equality Policy and Plan: The RYA's Equality policy statement and Action Plan.

RYA Annual Report and Accounts: Read the full text of the latest Annual Report and Accounts.

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