Standards Committee – Community Council Member
Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking to appoint a Community Council Member to its Standards Committee in accordance with the rules laid down by Local Government Act 2000 and the Standards Committees (Wales) Regulations 2001.
Standards Committees are established to assist with the promotion and maintenance of high standards of conduct by elected and co‑opted members of all authorities as well as “Independent Members”.
You must be a member of a Town or Community Council within the Pembrokeshire County Council area to be eligible to sit on the Standards Committee.
The successful applicant(s) will be expected to demonstrate
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards in public life.
- Objectivity, discretion, personal integrity and adherence to the Nolan principles.
- Good listening, communication, team‑working and chairing skills.
- An ability to analyse factual and evidential material, weigh up the evidence and form sound, objective judgements.
- Flexibility to attend meetings at short notice.
- Knowledge of and adherence to the Code of Conduct for Members.
- A genuine interest in the role.
The exact amount of time required to fulfil this role is difficult to predict; however, the Standards Committee has four scheduled meetings a year, plus some other meetings as and when necessary. The appointment shall be for the remainder of the Council’s term i.e. until the elections in May 2027 and may be extended for a further term of five years thereafter. The Appointment Panel will interview and make recommendations to the Council based on the criteria prescribed.
Job Details
- Contractual hours: 0
- Basis: Non Establishment
- Job category/type: Corporate Policy, Electoral Services
- Job reference: REQAA7200
To obtain an application pack, please contact Kate Matthews by email: Kate.Matthews@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
The closing date for applications is 12 June 2026.
Please note that interviews will be held in late June.
Location: Pembrokeshire County Council, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP
Date of posting: 11/06/2026
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