Councillor’s behaviour under the microscope

“The behaviour of some members is damaging the reputation of the Council.”

According to an Audit Commission report released yesterday: “There has been inappropriate behaviour dealing with some officer issues” / “The behaviour of members at Council meetings is poor with personally abusive language used and aggressive behaviour regularly demonstrated” / “Some members said that they would not speak at a Council meeting for fear of being shouted at or ridiculed” / “Members from all parties recognise that the culture of the organisation is not appropriate and affecting capacity.”

Oddly enough, the report is NOT about South Tyneside Council, it’s on Lib-Dem run Liverpool City Council, but don’t use it as an excuse next time you visit South Shields Town Hall.

Via Red Box