Federal International Relations Committee

Federal International Relations Committee The Federal International Relations Committee manages the Party’s relationships with sister parties internationally, and oversees the organisation and provision of training for sister parties outside the UK. In addition, the FIRC coordinates the work of internationally-minded organisations within the framework of the Party, and advises the Party on international policy where appropriate. The Chair of the FIRC chairs its meetings and acts as the main point of contact with Sister Parties, alongside the International Office. The Chair is elected by the whole committee from among the directly elected members of the committee. Members time commitment: A minimum of 4 evening meetings a year, plus time for reading relevant papers before meetings, and dealing with some matters between meetings. The evening meetings have dial-in facilities. Members are also expected to give time to taking part in overseas training events for sister parties, and attending Liberal International and Alliance of Liberals and Democrats in Europe Party congresses where possible, largely at their own expense. Essential Skills: Good knowledge of European and International Affairs, and Liberal Democrat policy within this context. Desirable Skills: Working knowledge of other languages. Experience working in an international context. Experience working in or alongside sister parties. Previous attendance at a Liberal International and/or an Alliance of Liberals and Democrats in Europe Party congress. Support: Reasonable travel expenses above £15 per meeting can be remunerated where necessary. Other specific support (e.g. towards childcare costs) can be provided on a case-by-case basis. The Membership of the Federal International Relations Committee is as follows: Representatives / Ex Officio Party President 1 Federal Board Rep 1 MEP Rep 3 State Party Reps 1 Liberal Youth Rep 1 Federal Policy Committee Rep 1 Westminster Foreign Affairs Team Rep

Directly Elected Members 6 Elected Members

Non-Voting 1 Liberal Democrat British Group Rep 1 Liberal Democrat European Group Rep 1 Committee of the Regions Rep 1 Brussels and Europe Local Party Rep Liberal International Bureau Members Alliance of Liberals and Democrats in Europe Bureau Members Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe Bureau Members