Repository | Special Collections Archives (GB 0029) |
Ref No | EUL MS 389/ADM/2 |
Date | 1882-1995 |
Level | Series |
Extent | 6 volumes |
Title | Minutes of the Council |
Description | Notebooks recording discussions held and decisions made by the abbess and the Council relating to a wide range of administrative issues, including admissions, elections, appointments, constitutions, duties, the estate and much more.
The abbess regularly summoned the Council to obtain its consent and advice on a wide range of matters. The Council consisted of approximately six sisters, of which the prioress and the procuratrix were automatic members. Members of the Council were re-elected once every two years. One member was chosen by the abbess and three members were elected by the Chapter. |
Access Status | Open |
Copyright | Usual EUL conditions apply. |
Access Conditions | Access to some items may be restricted or closed to public inspection, in accordance with current Data Protection legislation. Access may be provided on a case-by-case basis and on condition of completion of a Data Protection form - refer to senior staff. |
Creator_Name | Syon Abbey (1415-2011); Bridgettine |