I am a paid up member of a charity that is experiencing a lot of difficulties with the chair of the board of trustees. According to our constitution we can call for the chair to be removed but it is a long and drawn out process. We have recieved advice from our national organisation as to how to start the process. Unfortunately the Chair and his wife, the secretary, are unable to meet due to conveniently going on holiday. As we are extremely concerned we would now like to know if in their absence we can call an emergency meeting for their immediate suspension without them being present rather than waiting 21 days. Due to the clear conflict of interest with a married couple having two very influential seats our hands are tied. To get a clearer picture you may need to see our constitution. Is there an email address which I can forward this document to?