The Integrity Commissioner received a complaint alleging that a Member of Council contravened the Code of Conduct by accusing residents of 'backstabbing' and 'harassing students' during an informal meeting.
The Complainant alleged breaches of confidentiality and core principles.
The Commissioner determined that the comments were political rhetoric made in the heat of the moment and did not constitute serious misconduct warranting a full inquiry.
The Commissioner stayed further inquiry into the complaint, noting that the Integrity Commissioner should not act as a censor for political expression.
