Issue details

DBS checks for councillors and co-opted members

To consider the introduction of Disclosure and Barring Service checks for councillors and co-opted members.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 11/09/2024

Decision due: 15 Oct 2024 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Culture, Public Protection & Democracy

Lead director: Executive Director: Communities

Department: Communities

Contact: Ann Moore, Assistant Director: Democratic & Registration Services Email: ann.moore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk Tel: 01344 352260.

Consultation process

Meetings with political group leaders and Whips

Consultees

With all political groups on the Council.

Making Representations: In writing to the Executive Director: Communities.

Financial Impact: The cost of carrying out the checks is met within the existing budget.