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LA/DG/4198
Freedom of Expression
Freedom of Expression You may have heard the terms ‘freedom of expression’ or ‘freedom of speech’ before, often used in the context of politics and public life. But what does freedom of expression mean, why is it important, and does it have limits? What does freedom of expression mean? The right to freedom of expression is not a new concept – it is understood that a democratic principle of ‘free speech’ m...
LA/G/4174
Recruitment of two new Commission Members
The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body is seeking to appoint, with the agreement of the Scottish Parliament, two part-time Members of the Standards Commission. More information and the application pack can be found here. The closing date for receipt of applic...
Effective Relationships
The success of public bodies, including local authorities, in delivering effective services relies in no small part on them having effective relationships with the Government, their key stakeholders and the public. Of equal importance to public bodies’ effectiveness is the existence of strong relationships between board members and employees or, in the case of local government, between councillors and officers. Mutual respect, communication and, above all trust, between these rol...
LA/NL/4214
LA/An/4107
Ethical Standards Commissioner - Job Opportunities
Ethical Standards Commissioner - Job Opportunities The Ethical Standards Commissioner is currently recruiting. You can find out about the roles available on their website, or by clicking the links below: Hearings & Investigations Officer