The claimant local councillor sought judicial review of a decision to restrict her conduct at the Council. She had been accused of bullying in her dealing with officials and other councillors.
Held: The claim succeeded. The Council had failed to conduct the investigation in the manner required. The court identified several elements of the necessary procedures.
Judges:
Cockerill J
Citations:
[2018] EWHC 1151 (Admin)
Links:
Statutes:
Local Government Act 1972 111, Localism Act 2011 27(1)
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Local Government
Updated: 23 April 2022; Ref: scu.618106