| Reference Number | RCPI/1 |
| Title | Governing Statutes |
| Date | 1667-1982 |
| Creator Name | Royal College of Physicians of Ireland |
| Description | This section contains the papers relating to the governing statutes of the College. The College was founded by Royal Charter in 1667, a second charter was granted in 1692 at which point the 1667 Charter was surrendered, although the text survives in Dun's Book, the 1692 Charter remains in force although it has been modified several times. As well as the Charter the College was governed by a series of by-laws and resolutions which make small changes to College practices under the Charter. The College's activities were overseen by a Court of Visitors who can advise or investigate the College as the need arises. |
| Extent | 5 boxes |
| Arrangement | The material has been divided into four sections; Charters and Grants of Arms, By-Laws, Resolutions and Court of Visitors. Additional sub-divisions have been made as necessary. |
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