A newly elected councillor has to sign an undertaking, as part of their written declaration of acceptance of office, that they will observe the council’s Code of Conduct. In addition, all councillors have to complete a register of interests within 28 days of the election, which is available for anyone to view.
Read more about "Code of Conduct"...Hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses impacted by the Omicron variant of Covid-19 have until March 18 to apply for one-off grants of up to £6,000.
Read more about "Grant funding still available for businesses affected by Omicron variant of Covid-19 "...We are required by law to make a Scheme of Allowances for councillors and to decide the amounts to be paid to them under the scheme. The scheme is part of the council's constitution.
Read more about "Councillor allowances"...The Chairman of East Suffolk Council provides civic and ceremonial leadership of the council by attending various functions on its behalf. They chair and manage the meetings of Full Council and ensure that the Council's Constitution is upheld.
Read more about "Chair and Vice Chair of the council"...An illegal dog breeder and dealer has been jailed, and banned from keeping animals for 10 years, following a successful prosecution by East Suffolk Council.
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