Cornerstone on Councillors' Conduct and Standards in Public Life

The Cornerstone on Councillors Conduct and Standards in Public Life is a practical guide for anyone involved in the field of standards in public life in the UK, explaining the law and practice regulating holders of public office. It is the only text dealing specifically with the subject and will be essential reading for holders of public office and anyone with responsibility for regulating their conduct.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Cornerstone on Councillors Conduct and Standards in Public Life is a comprehensive guide for individuals engaged in the field of standards in public life across the United Kingdom, spanning from Parliament to parish councils. This extensively revised Second Edition provides a thorough exploration of the legal framework and practices governing individuals holding public office in the UK.

Section 1 offers a comprehensive review of local government standards in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, encompassing the various codes, regulations, and guidelines that govern these entities.

Section 2 delves into the standards regimes applied to different sectors, including the Ministerial Code, the House of Commons and the House of Lords, Police and Crime Commissioners, members of Combined Authorities, and 'Metro Mayors' in Wales, Scottish Parliament, and Northern Ireland Assembly.

Section 3 delves into the practical aspects of standards issues that often arise in the context of councillors' conduct and public life, such as official capacity, freedom of speech, bias, and predetermination. This section offers a detailed discussion of these topics, aiming to provide guidance and insights for holders of public office and those responsible for regulating their conduct.

Written by a team of experts from Cornerstone Barristers, led by Matt Lewin, this book stands as the sole text dedicated to the examination of councillors' conduct and standards in public life. It is an indispensable resource for holders of public office and anyone involved in overseeing and regulating their conduct.

Published by Bloomsbury Professional, this title is also part of their Local Government Law online service. It is important to note that the Committee on Standards in Public Life, an independent public body, was not involved in the production or consultation of the contents of this publication.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 156 x 249 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526525116
Edition number: 2 ed