Alleged breaches of the Protocol by Elected Members or Co-optees
Details of the allegation should be reported to the Chief Executive, via a Departmental Manager if appropriate.
The Chief Executive will consider what, if any further action is appropriate in the circumstances, having regard to any existing procedures such as the Council’s complaints procedure or the procedure for dealing with allegations of criminal conduct.
Options may include:
- (a) Invoking an existing procedure
- (b) Informal discussions with the individual who is the subject of the allegation to arrive at an agreed response
- (c) Referring the matter to the relevant Group Leader with a recommendation for action
- (d) Referring the matter to the Council’s Monitoring Officer to consider action under the Code of Conduct in accordance with the ‘Arrangements for Dealing with Standards Allegations’.
- (e) Referring the matter to an appropriate body or agency.