Alleged misconduct of local authority senior managers

We are consulting on possible changes to:

• the meaning of misconduct in the arrangements
• the sanctions used when the Designated Independent Person has made a recommendation
• choosing the Designated Independent Person and the cost of the appointment
• the role of the Investigating Committee
• the relationship between the Designated independent person and the Investigating Committee
• the Designated Independent Person’s power of direction and sanction
• interaction with external investigations
• interaction with contractual terms and policies
• Legal representation