Issue - meetings

This report provides Members with an update on complaints regarding alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct against councillors received since 1 April 2019.

The Committee is responsible for maintaining high standards of conduct by Members of BCP Council and the Town and Parish Councils, monitoring the operation of the Code of Conduct, and considering the outcome of commissioned independent investigations.

The Committee received an update on complaints received regarding alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct against councillors since 1 April 2019. The schedule of items included cases that were closed and those where investigations were pending or on-going. Assurances were provided that complaints were dealt with properly and in accordance with set timelines and processes.

The Committee was reminded of its responsibility for maintaining high standards of conduct by Members of BCP Council and the Town and Parish Councils and for monitoring the operation of the Code of Conduct.

It was reported that the exercise of identifying training needs had been undertaken and resulted in the identification of themes which had been addressed through provision of both targeted and generalised training. A full report of training undertaken during the period and levels of attendance would be reported to the next meeting of the Committee.

RESOLVED

That the outcome of concluded complaints and the progress of those still ongoing be noted.

Voting: Unanimous