SHIPTON UNDER WYCHWOOD PARISH COUNCIL
A COTSWOLD VILLAGE AND COMMUNITY
Civility and Respect Pledge
Statement | Tick to agree and action |
Our Council has agreed that it will treat all councillors, Clerk and all employees, members of the public, representatives of partner organisations and volunteers, with civility and respect in their role. | √ |
Our Council has committed to training Councillors and staff. | √ |
Our Council has good governance arrangements in place including staff contracts and a dignity at work policy. | √ |
Our Council will commit to calling out bullying and harassment when and if it happens. | √ |
Our Council will continue to learn from best practice in the sector, and aspire to being a role model/champion council, eg. via the Local Council Award Scheme. | √ |
Our Council supports the continued lobbying for the change in legislation to support the Civility and Respect Pledge, including sanctions for elected members where appropriate. | √ |
Our Council will commit to seeking professional help in the early stages should civility and respect issues arise. | √ |
Considered and agreed at the Parish Council meeting on 18th January 2024, Minute reference 2024/001 Item 11