Decision details

RECOMMENDED TO COUNCIL:

(1)       That the LGA Model Code of Conduct be adopted with the following amendments:

(i)         Appendix B to include the replacement Table 1, which includes the NHDC definition of DPIs and links to guidance/ statutory instrument

(ii)        Replacement of the Appendix C good practice recommendations with Appendix C grounds for a Dispensation

(iii)      Definition of ‘room’ to include a footnote explanation that this includes ‘virtual meeting’ room and typographical changes to use the words: ‘Registrable’ and ‘behaviours’;

(2)       That the Code take effect from the day after the election poll in 2021 (7 May) or such day if the election is postponed, as the case may be;

(3)       That training on the new code be compulsory for all District Councillors during the 2021- 2022 municipal year.

REASON FOR DECISIONS: To ensure good governance within the Council, which is reflective of a national governance model.