Agenda item

The report circulated is to advise members of the proposed WLGA Competency Framework for Councillors. The framework outlines the knowledge and behaviour required by Councillors in Unitary authorities. Members of the Committee were asked to provide any feedback/comments on the framework that the Chair and officers can provide to the Lead Members and Officers for Member Support and Development Network.

It was confirmed that the proposed framework was likely to be considered by the WLGA in Spring but no firm timeframe had yet been determined. Members were informed that the consultation was likely to produce a generic framework, however this would be converted to an NPT template, once agreed.

Members noted that the WLGA Competency Framework was fluid and Members could continue to comment on the framework following the meeting, should any further comments be required.

Members referred specifically to A18 in the report – personal safety. Members acknowledged the vulnerable position that Council work could sometimes put them in. Members discussed the register of violent people that used to exist. It was confirmed that due to legislative restrictions there would need to be a legitimate reason established to access the list. Officers confirmed that a protocol could be developed which would allow legitimate access to the list.

Resolved:     Members to note the Development Framework for Councillors in Wales 2021 and identify any proposed feedback and propose key points to enable the Chair to prepare a response on behalf of the Committee to the Lead Members and Officers for Member Support and Development Network.