3(1)This paragraph applies in the case of such a group as is mentioned in paragraph 2(2)(b).E+W
(2)The minimum number of externally appointed core governors (referred to in this paragraph as “MN”) is one greater than the number of governors other than externally appointed core governors.
(3)Any head teacher of a school in the group who has chosen not to be a governor shall be counted as one for the purposes of sub-paragraph (2).
(4)In respect of each school in the group there must be the same number of externally appointed core governors.
(5)The total number of externally appointed core governors in respect of schools in the group must not be less than the highest number, not exceeding MN, that is consistent with sub-paragraph (4).