Confidence in local democracy is a cornerstone of our way of life. It can only be achieved when elected and co-opted members of local authorities (which includes Parish Councils, District Councils and County Councils) are seen to live up to the high standards the public has a right to expect from them.

The Standards Board for England is responsible for promoting high ethical standards and investigating allegations that members’ behavior may have fallen short of the required standards. For information on the expected standards of behavior and how to make a complaint go to the Standards Board Website