1. Since the 2022 financial year how many cases of misconduct have there been by Trade Union (TU) reps?
Devon County Council does not hold this information as we do not record these figures.
2. What is your policy in dealing with misconduct by Trade Union reps?
TU reps who are employed by the Council would be subject to the Council’s Disciplinary Policy and Procedure. Note section 13.4
13.4 Formal Disciplinary Action against Trade Union/Professional Association Representatives
Although the usual standards of conduct expected must apply to trade union/professional association representatives, no formal action within this policy will be taken against an employee who is an accredited representative, nor will suspension normally be applied, until the circumstances of the case have been discussed with a paid official nominated for such purposes by the trade union/professional association concerned.
3. Is the data you are supplying for all misconduct cases or those which are formerly recorded?
Formal cases only.