Publication - Consultation paper

Proxy voting by councillors: consultation

Published: 3 October 2024
From: Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Communities and third sector, Equality and rights
ISBN: 9781836018704

Concerns have been raised with the Scottish Government around the absence of proxy voting provision for councillors. The absence of explicit provisions allowing for proxy voting within local authorities could impact councillors on parental leave, or those who are unable to attend for other reason.

Supporting documents

Respondent Information Form

The Respondent Information Form can be found within the supporting documents section of this publication

Contact

Email: LocalGovernmentPolicyandRelationships@gov.scot

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