The Ombudsman received a complaint that a Former Member had acted in a disrespectful and bullying way towards members of staff at the Council and members of the public.
The Ombudsman started an investigation to consider paragraphs 4(b) (respect and consideration) and 4(c) (bullying and harassment). Information was obtained from the Council. Witnesses provided evidence. The Complainant also provided evidence.
In view of the personal circumstances of the Former Member, under Section 70 of the Local Government Act 2000, the Ombudsman decided that it was not in the public interest to continue the investigation. Therefore, the investigation was discontinued.