Issue - meetings

The consultation on the draft model code of conduct has finally got underway. This report reflects the need for the Council to respond to the consultation which runs till 17 August 2020 and so will have passed before the next meeting of this Committee.

Members considered the draft model code and the associated draft response.

It was requested that the Code be amended to include the declarations of properties, land holdings, corporate tenancies, tenancies, easement, servitude, interest or right in or over land as appropriate for individual members. Additionally, members requested that the Code be amended to include a declaration on the beneficial or negative interest in land which is in the area of the Council. It was suggested that the Code of Conduct should be applied to Councillors outside their Council duties as well.

RESOLVED that:

1.    The Council’s response to the Consultation on the Draft Model Code of Conduct, as amended, be approved.

2.    The best practice guidance be approved