Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 63617

Local Government: Disciplinary Proceedings

Tabled: 30 June 2025
Answered: 7 July 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance her Department has provided to local councils on (a) discipline and (b) grievance in local government relating to senior officers.

Answer

Jim McMahon
Local authorities are independent employers responsible for the management of their own workforces. This includes managing their disciplinary and grievance procedures, complying with relevant legislation.