Code of Conduct

Guidelines by which councillors are expected to conduct themselves in their dealings with each other, with council staff and the community.

Standing Order Policy

The rules by which all council business is conducted, governing all council and committee meetings, minutes, accounting, even dealings with the media.

Financial Regulations

Describes how the Parish Clerk, as the Responsible Financial Officer, keeps the council's finances in order and prepares accounts.

Model Publication Scheme

Details the information that can be obtained from the council and, if applicable, any associated fees that may apply.

Grants Policy and Application Form

This policy sets out how the Parish Council may provide financial assistance and support to local community groups which are set up to promote village life for Harthill with Woodall residents.

Reserves Policy

The Parish Council needs to hold financial reserves. This policy explains how and why they are held.

Freedom of Information

Describes how a Freedom of Information request can be submitted to the council.

Organisation Chart

This chart reflects the structure of the Council, Committees and Staff roles.

Safeguarding Policy

This policy outlines practises that will promote the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults using Harthill with Woodall Parish Council facilities.

Bio-Diversity Policy

The Parish Council formally adopted this policy on 12th March 2024 in response to the strengthened ‘biodiversity duty’ placed on local authorities introduced by the Environment Act 2021

Equality and Diversity Policy

Harthill with Woodall Parish Council is committed to actively recognising and promoting equality and diversity. We believe in making every effort to be a fair and unbiased organisation.  

Retention of Documents Policy

This document outlines how long the Parish Council retains documents and at what stage the Council will dispose of them.

Complaints Policy 

If you wish to make a complaint to Harthill with Woodall Parish Council, this document explains how to do this and how your complaint will be dealt with. 

   Asset Register

 This document outlines the Assets owned and managed by Harthill with Woodall Parish Council.

Recording of Meetings

This document gives guidance for the effective management of recording at Parish Council Meetings and Parish Meetings.

 

Press and Media Policy

This policy explains how the Council may work with the media.