Councillor conduct
Three Rivers District Council has adopted a code of conduct for its Members that sets out rules governing their behaviour.
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Councillor code of conduct
Our Councillor Code of Conduct (PDF), made under the Localism Act 2011, sets out the rules governing the behaviour of councillors (collectively referred to as ‘Members’). The Code is based on The Seven Principles of Public Life, which are:
- Selflessness
- Integrity
- Objectivity
- Accountability
- Openness
- Honesty
- Leadership
Based on these principles, councillors agree to, on all occasions:
- act with integrity and honesty
- act lawfully
- treat all persons fairly and with respect
- lead by example and act in a way that secures public confidence in the role of councillor.
In undertaking their role, councillors also agree to:
- impartially exercise their responsibilities in the interests of the local community
- not improperly seek to confer an advantage, or disadvantage, on any person
- avoid conflicts of interest
- exercise reasonable care and diligence
- ensure that public resources are used prudently