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The Standards Commission is an independent body whose purpose is to encourage high ethical standards in public life through the promotion and enforcement of Codes of Conduct for councillors and those appointed to the boards of devolved public bodies.
New Advice Note on the Ethical Standards Framework for Independent Councillors
21st October 2025
The Standards Commission, has produced an Advice Note on the Ethical Standards Framework for Independent Councillors. The Advice Note aims to provide guidance to independent (non-political party affiliated) councillors on their responsibilities under, and how to seek assistance with, any aspect of the ethical standards framework.
While the guidance in this Advice Note is relevant to all councillors, it has been developed specifically with independent members in mind. This is because they are unlikely to have access to the advice and peer support normally available to those representing a political party.
The Advice Note can be found here.
