In CSPL’s first report in 1995, Lord Nolan said three ‘golden threads’ were applicable right across all public life to maintain high standards: ‘All public bodies should have a Code...
...the need for high standards. Although they are in nearly every code of conduct in public life, to be meaningful the Nolan Principles – honesty, integrity, selflessness, openness, objectivity, accountability...
...government’s commitment to legislate for a new electoral offence of intimidation of candidates and campaigners during elections; and the LGA’s model code of conduct published in December which sets out...
...involves a reciprocal relationship between those in public life and the public. I recently discussed with the Chair of the LGA their consultation on the new model code for councillors....
