Common use of Best Practice Agreement Clause in Contracts

Best Practice Agreement. The work of community councils across Argyll and Bute varies from community council to community council – as does their method of operation and the ways in which they engage with a range of public and other community bodies. It should not be forgotten however that that main purpose of Community Councils is to represent the views of the community which it represents. This Best Practise Agreement outlines the Commitments required from both Argyll and Bute Council and Community Councils to build strong relationships and operate effectively together to advance the interest of Argyll and Bute Communities. It also incorporates a Code of Communication, Financial Guidelines, and Code of Conduct for Community Councillors. Argyll and Bute Council will keep the responsibilities and procedures laid down in this Code of Practice under regular review, and will formally review as part of the 4 yearly review of the Scheme of Establishment. Argyll and Bute Council will consult with Community Councils on any aspects where amendment appears necessary or desirable. Contents Argyll and Bute Council Commitment - page 3 Community Council Commitment – page 6 Code of Communication – page 8 Financial Guidelines – page 12 Code of Conduct for Community Councillors – page 16

Best Practice Agreement. The work of community councils across Argyll and Bute varies from community council to community council – as does their method of operation and the ways in which they engage with a range of public and other community bodies. It should not be forgotten however that that main purpose of Community Councils a community council is to represent the views of the community which it represents. This Best Practise Practice Agreement outlines the Commitments commitments required from both Argyll and Bute Council and Community Councils community councils to build strong relationships and operate effectively together to advance the interest of Argyll and Bute Communitiescommunities. It also incorporates a Code of Communication, Financial Guidelines, and Code of Conduct for Community Councillorscommunity councillors. Argyll and Bute Council will keep the responsibilities and procedures laid down in this Code of Practice under regular review, and will formally review as part of the 4 yearly review of the Scheme of Establishment. Argyll and Bute Council will consult with Community Councils community councils on any aspects where amendment appears necessary or desirable. Contents Argyll and Bute Council Commitment - page 3 Community Council Commitment – page 6 Code of Communication – page 8 9 Financial Guidelines – page 12 13 Code of Conduct for Community Councillors – page 1617

Best Practice Agreement. The work of community councils across Argyll and Bute varies from community council to community council – as does their method of operation and the ways in which they engage with a range of public and other community bodies. It should not be forgotten however that that main purpose of Community Councils a community council is to represent the views of the community which it represents. This Best Practise Practice Agreement outlines the Commitments commitments required from both Argyll and Bute Council and Community Councils community councils to build strong relationships and operate effectively together to advance the interest of Argyll and Bute Communitiescommunities. It also incorporates a Code of Communication, Financial Guidelines, and Code of Conduct for Community Councillorscommunity councillors. Argyll and Bute Council will keep the responsibilities and procedures laid down in this Code of Practice under regular review, and will formally review as part of the 4 yearly review of the Scheme of Establishment. Argyll and Bute Council will consult with Community Councils community councils on any aspects where amendment appears necessary or desirable. Contents Argyll and Bute Council Commitment - page 3 Community Council Commitment – page 6 - 8 Code of Communication – Guidance for Communications with the Council page 8 9 - 12 Financial Guidelines – page 12 13 - 16 Code of Conduct for Community Councillors – page 1617 - 19

Best Practice Agreement. The work of community councils across Argyll and Bute varies from community council to community council – as does their method of operation and the ways in which they engage with a range of public and other community bodies. It should not be forgotten however that that main purpose of Community Councils is to represent the views of the community which it represents. This Best Practise Practice Agreement outlines the Commitments required from both Argyll and Bute Council and Community Councils to build strong relationships and operate effectively together to advance the interest of Argyll and Bute Communities. It also incorporates a Code of Communication, Financial Guidelines, and Code of Conduct for Community Councillors. Argyll and Bute Council will keep the responsibilities and procedures laid down in this Code of Practice under regular review, and will formally review as part of the 4 yearly review of the Scheme of Establishment. Argyll and Bute Council will consult with Community Councils on any aspects where amendment appears necessary or desirable. Contents Argyll and Bute Council Commitment - page 3 Community Council Commitment – page 6 Code of Communication – page 8 Financial Guidelines – page 12 Code of Conduct for Community Councillors – page 16