Question

Which of the following is not a guideline for writing minutes?

• A. Record full text of motion.
• B. Ensure each item has been recorded.
• C. Ensure separate paragraph for each item.
• D. Re-organisation of work.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Re-organisation of work.

General Guidelines for writing minutes are as follows:

• Use separate paragraph for each item.
• Defamatory language, irrelevant point should not be recorded.
• Language should be simple and precise.
• Record full text of motions.
• When taking notes of a meeting don't try to write everything down. Concentrate only on what is relevant and what decisions are taken.
• Ensuring that each item discussed in the meeting has been recorded.