Red Flags
Algorithmically detected concerns based on publicly available council data. These flags are generated without editorial judgement and are intended to support public scrutiny.
68 active flags
Code of Conduct
Has an upheld code of conduct complaint: Councillor J Heaton complained that Councillor J Ranson, as chair, allowed a member of the public to make misogynistic and personal attacks on female councillors, failed to intervene, and publicly read private emails, thereby breaching the Code of Conduct. The assessment concluded a breach occurred and recommended apologies, training, and possible censure.
CCN109 22 23
Has an upheld code of conduct complaint: Councillor B Jordan complained that Councillor T Widdon’s comments in a meeting chat and a subsequent tweet were disrespectful and amounted to bullying. The assessment found a breach of the Code of Conduct and ordered an apology on Twitter within 28 days.
CCN081 22 23
Has an upheld code of conduct complaint: Councillor C Martin was complained about for social media posts that disparaged Cabinet Member Andy Virr, claiming he was not capable of doing his job. The assessment found Martin breached the Code of Conduct by making unduly personal comments and bringing his office into disrepute, requiring an apology or risk of censure.
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