Amend Procedure Rule 4.2.2 on substitute attendance
The council voted to change the rules so members can now have approved stand‑ins or take part online, with clear guidelines on how they can participate.
Cornwall Council·2025-11-25·Approved
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Description
Council approved amendment to Procedure Rule 4.2.2 allowing members to appoint validated substitutes or join remotely, defining participation rules.
Individual Votes
No individual votes recorded.
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