Section 50: Model code of conduct., Local Government Act 2000

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The National Assembly for Wales may by order issue a model code as regards the conduct which is expected of members and co-opted members of relevant authorities ... (also referred to in this Part as a model code of conduct).

The power under subsection ... (2) to issue a model code of conduct includes power to revise any such model code which has been issued.

A model code of conduct—

must be consistent with the principles for the time being specified in an order under section ... 49(2) ...,

may include provisions which are mandatory, and

may include provisions which are optional.

A model code of conduct issued under subsection (1) must provide, as respects each provision of the code which relates to the conduct expected of the persons mentioned in that subsection—

that the provision applies to a person only when acting in an official capacity; or

that it applies to a person only when not acting in an official capacity;

but the code may provide as mentioned in paragraph (b) only as respects a provision within subsection (4B).

A provision is within this subsection if it prohibits particular conduct (or conduct of a particular description) where that conduct would constitute a criminal offence.

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A model code of conduct issued under subsection (2) may include—

provisions which are to apply to a person at all times;

provisions which are to apply to a person otherwise than at all times.

Before making an order under this section, ... the National Assembly for Wales must carry out such consultation as is required, by virtue of section 49, before an order is made under that section.

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Section 50: Model code of conduct.

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