22 . As a Member:
a. I promote and support high standards of conduct through my leadership and example.
b. I treat other Members and members of the public with respect.
c. I treat local authority employees, and representatives of partner organisations and those volunteering for the local authority with respect and respect the role they play.
d. I take account of the views of others, including where applicable my political group, but I reach my own conclusions and act in accordance with those conclusions.
23. Respect means politeness and courtesy in behaviour, speech, and in the written word. Debate and having different views are all part of a healthy democracy. As a Member, you can express, challenge, criticise and disagree with views, ideas, opinions, and policies in a robust but civil manner. You should not, however, subject individuals, groups of people or organisations to personal attack.
24. In your contact with the public, you should treat them politely and courteously. Rude and offensive behaviour lowers the public’s confidence in Members.