Model code of conduct for members of devolved public bodies: consultation
This consultation presents proposals which will bring about important amendments to the Model Code of Conduct for Members of devolved public bodies since it was last reviewed in 2014.
Annex B: Definitions
“Chair” includes Board Convener or any person discharging similar functions under alternative decision making structures.
“Code” code of conduct for members of devolved public bodies
“Cohabitee” includes a person, whether of the opposite sex or not, who is living with you in a relationship similar to that of husband and wife.
"Group of companies" has the same meaning as "group" in section 474 of the Companies Act 2006, namely a parent undertaking and its subsidiary undertakings.
“Parent Undertaking” is an undertaking in relation to another undertaking, a subsidiary undertaking, if a) it holds a majority of the rights in the undertaking; or b) it is a member of the undertaking and has the right to appoint or remove a majority of its board of directors; or c) it has the right to exercise a dominant influence over the undertaking (i) by virtue of provisions contained in the undertaking’s memorandum or articles or (ii) by virtue of a control contract; or
d) it is a member of the undertaking and controls alone, pursuant to an agreement with other shareholders, a majority of the rights in the undertaking.
“A person” means a single individual or legal person and includes a group of companies.
“Any person” includes individuals, incorporated and unincorporated bodies, trade unions, charities and voluntary organisations.
“Public body” means a devolved public body listed in Schedule 3 of the Ethical Standards in Public Life etc. (Scotland) Act 2000, as amended.
“Related Undertaking” is a parent or subsidiary company of a principal undertaking of which you are also a director. You will receive remuneration for the principal undertaking though you will not receive remuneration as director of the related undertaking.
“Remuneration” includes any salary, wage, share of profits, fee, expenses, other monetary benefit or benefit in kind. This would include, for example, the provision of a company car or travelling expenses by an employer.
“Spouse” does not include a former spouse or a spouse who is living separately and apart from you.
“Undertaking” means:
a) a body corporate or partnership; or
b) an unincorporated association carrying on a trade or business, with or without a view to a profit.
Contact
Email: mmccreview@gov.scot
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