Agenda item

There were no additional comments to the report.

There was a question regarding the terms of reference for the roles and where these roles were advertised.  It was advertised on the Authority website and a competitive recruitment and interview process took place with the Chair and the Monitoring Officer presiding.  It was explained that the role of an Independent Person is to assist in relation to the Member code of conduct, in that if a complaint regarding a Member is received, the Monitoring Officer is required by statute to consult with an Independent Person before making a decision on the complaint.  The other Independent Person would be assigned to the subject member for them to consult with independently.  The process also links into the disciplinary process for the Statutory Officers and Heads of Service.  The role can also assist with any reviews of the code of conduct and any strategies that are put in place for Members. 

The recommendation as set out in the report was moved, seconded, voted on and carried.

RESOLVED:

1.     That Wendy Amis and Ian Orford be appointed as Independent Persons for the Authority for a term of four years ending at the Authority AGM in 2028.