Complaints against councillors

All councillors must comply with our Code of Conduct (PDF 333KB). If you think a councillor is not following the Code of Conduct, let us know

Dealing with complaints against councillors

We have a procedure for dealing with Code of Conduct complaints that you can download below.

View arrangements for dealing with Councillors' Code of Conduct complaints (PDF, 270KB)

Openness and transparency on personal interests

Councillors must also tell us about their personal and financial situation. For further information, read the GOV.UK guidance.

View Councillors' personal and financial interests

How to make a complaint

Complete the form below if you think a councillor is:

  • not following the Code of Conduct; or,
  • not fully disclosing their personal or financial situation

Make a complaint

Complaints about a Parish or Town Council

A complaint about parish matters or decisions should be referred to that Parish or Town Council.  Usually this is by contacting the Clerk or Chair of the Parish Council.

Contact details for the parish councils in this district can be found on our parish council contact details page.