Agenda and minutes

To note any declarations of interest in the business before the sub-committee

There were no declarations of interest in matters coming before the meeting.

It was confirmed that the business of the meeting would be conducted in private.

The Sub-Committee met to consider an allegation made by Mr Graham Horn that Councillor Gardner had contravened one or more provisions of the Members’ Code of Conduct (the Code) which she had undertaken in writing to observe.

Members satisfied themselves that, if proven, the allegation would constitute a breach of paragraphs 3 [1] (you must treat others with respect) and 5 (you must not conduct yourself in a manner which could reasonably be regarded as bringing your office or authority into disrepute).

In considering the complaint against the agreed assessment criteria Members concluded that the Complainant had not submitted sufficient information to satisfy the Sub-Committee that the complaint should be referred for investigation or other action.

RESOLVED: That no further action be taken in relation to the complaint against Councillor Gardner.

A full written summary of the decision is available to the public.