Board Code of Conduct
4 August 2022
The Scottish public has a high expectation of those who serve on the boards of public bodies and the way in which they should conduct themselves in undertaking their duties. The Ethical Standards in Public Life etc (Scotland) Act 2000 provides for new Codes of Conduct and established a Standards Commission for Scotland to administer the requirements and deal with any alleged breaches of the codes.
Members of the Cairngorms National Park Authority must meet those expectations by ensuring that their conduct is above reproach at all times.
This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Code of Conduct for its board members, which was adopted on 13 September 2024 and will be implemented on 1 October 2024. The code outlines expected conduct, responsibilities, and key principles for board members, in line with the Ethical Standards in Public Life etc. (Scotland) Act 2000. It covers general conduct, registration and declaration of interests, lobbying, and decision-making processes, including dealing with quasi-judicial and regulatory matters. The code also addresses potential breaches, sanctions, and provides definitions of key terms to ensure board members understand their obligations and responsibilities.
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