PUBLIC NOTICE
London Borough of Bromley Appointment of Independent Person
Do you want to help us promote high standards of conduct at Bromley Council?
The Localism Act 2011 requires that Councils appoint one or more Independent Persons to provide an impartial, balanced and informed view on complaints about the behaviour of councillors. Bromley appoints two Independent Persons, and a vacancy has arisen for one of these roles.
Independent persons also sit as co-opted members of our Standards Committee, which meets three times a year and is responsible for monitoring our Code of Conduct and promoting high ethical standards amongst elected councillors.
Independent Persons should be -
over 18 years of age;

not involved as an active member of a political party or in the management of a local lobbying group;

not a current or recent employee or councillor of the London Borough of Bromley (within the last five years), or a relative or close friend of such a person.

Some knowledge of corporate governance in local government or public bodies would be an advantage, but no particular qualifications or experience are required.
This is an unpaid and voluntary position, and would be for an initial period of one year.
If you feel that you have suitable qualifications and experience for carrying out this role please send a brief expression of interest (max. 500 words) to Graham Walton, Democratic Services Manager, by 9am on Monday 21 st October 2019 at the following address:

For an informal discussion about the role please contact -
Mark Bowen (Monitoring Officer) on 020 8313 4461, or

Graham Walton (Democratic Services Manager) on 020 8461 7743

Papers for the Council's Standards Committee and a role description and person specification for the Independent Person can be viewed on the Council website at -