Written question asked by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 July 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 16 October 2002. It was answered by Nick Raynsford (Labour) on Wednesday, 16 October 2002 on behalf of the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.

Office of the Deputy Prime Minister

Question: To ask the Deputy Prime Minister, What steps he has taken to support improvements in standards of conduct of members of county councils.

Answer: Ms Merron: To ask the Deputy Prime Minister what steps he has taken to support improvements in standards of conduct of members of county councils. [71967] Mr. Raynsford: From May this year, a new Code of Conduct has been applied to all councillors--including members of county councils. The new Code makes very clear the high standards of behaviour that are expected of all councillors. Alongside the introduction of new Codes, the Government has established the Standards Board for England to support councils in raising standards of conduct, and to investigate allegations of misconduct.

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