Agenda item

To receive the annual report providing a summary of the Standards Committee’s activities over the year.

STANDARDS COMMITTEE

(Ann Holmes)

3 May 2019

Annual Report

The Court received the annual report of the Standards Committee, advising of its activity between May 2018 and April 2019 period. It was noted that four alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct were considered by the Committee during 2018/19.

The Chairman spoke to introduce the item, following which, a number of Members spoke in relation to the current standards regime. Reference was made to recent email exchanges, with some calling for a more pragmatic and common-sense approach to be taken in respect of dealing with standards matters. A Member also spoke to urge support for the Standards Committee in its efforts to keep the reputation of the City Corporation in high regard.

Motion – That the Court proceed to the next item of business, in accordance with Standing Order 11(8).

Upon the Motion being put, the Lord Mayor declared it to be carried.

Resolved – That the report be received and its content noted.