A NEW code of conduct and complaints procedure has been adopted by Harrogate Borough Council, and a local resident is needed to help promote and maintain standards at the authority.
The procedure has been introduced as part of the Government’s Localism Act, and sets out what is expected of councillors and how complaints will be dealt with, covering Harrogate Council and the city, town and parish councils within the district.
If a complaint is made that a councillor has failed to comply with the code, the views of an Independent Person can be sought before a decision is made.
The position attracts an allowance plus expenses, and the appointment will be for a three-year term, with the Independent Person required to attend meetings at the council offices in Harrogate.
The job specifications can be found on the council’s website harrogate.gov.uk and anyone interested in applying for the position should phone Jennifer Norton on 01423 556036, email jennifer.norton@harrogate.gov.uk or write to Jennifer Norton, Harrogate Borough Council, Crescent Gardens, Harrogate, HG1 2SG.
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