45. As a Member:
a. I do not misuse council resources.
b. I will, when using the resources of the local authority or authorising their use by others;
i. Act in accordance with the local authority’s requirements; and ensure that such resources are not used for political purposes unless that use could reasonably be regarded as likely to facilitate, or be conducive to, the discharge of the functions of the local authority or of the office to which I have been elected or appointed.
46. You may be provided with resources and facilities by the local authority to assist you in carrying out your duties as a Member. They should be used in accordance with the purpose for which they have been provided and the local authority’s own policies regarding their use and are not to be used for business or personal gain.
- Examples include:
- office support
- stationery
- equipment such as phones, and computers
- transport
- access and use of local authority buildings and rooms.