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Standing Orders	The Standing Orders governing meetings of the Parish Council.
Reporting At Meetings418 KB	This policy defines the protocol for reporting at Council meetings.
Freedom of Information	This policy has been prepared by Boldre Parish Council and commits the council to make information available to the public. No information will be released where it discloses personal information which would breach the Data Protection Act.
Complaints	This document lays down the procedure that this council will adopt in the event of a complaint being made by a member of the public.
Retention Of Documents431 KB	This policy defines the minimum retention period for council documents.
Financial Regulations782 KB	These  financial  regulations  govern  the  conduct  of  financial  management  by  the Council  and  may  only  be  amended  or  varied  by  resolution of  the  Council.
Reserves Policy185 KB	This policy describes how the Council manages the reserves it holds.
Business Continuity239 KB	This policy describes the Councils business continuity plans and contacts in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Investment Strategy236 KB	This policy describes how the Council invests any reserves held on behalf of the community.
Health and Safety Policy318 KB	This policy covers the health, safety and welfare of employees, contractors, councilors and members of the public, and promotes the use of safe equipment, systems of work and facilities to minimise any risk.
Grants Policy484 KB	Boldre Parish Council will consider applications for grants from voluntary groups or charitable organisations. To qualify for an award the applicant must be able to demonstrate that any funding from the Parish Council will benefit the Parish, or residents of the Parish.
Use of BPC Facilities by 3rd Parties	Policies for the use of council facilities by third parties.
Data Protection Policy407 KB	Council policies for compliance with the data protection act.
GDPR Privacy Statement598 KB	Council GDPR Privacy Statement
Equal Opportunities	The  purpose  of  this  policy  is  to  provide  equal  opportunities  to  all employees and councillors, irrespective of their gender, race, ethnic origin, disability,  age,  nationality,  national  origin,  sexual  orientation,  religion, marital status or social  class. Council opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, bullying and harassment.
Risk_Management v1.3	Boldre Parish Council is committed to identifying and managing risks, using the following procedures, and to ensuring that risks are maintained at an acceptable level
Code of Conduct	Council policies for conduct by Councillors
Operating Framework	This statement summarises how Boldre Parish Council operates.  It is designed as a quick reference point for members of the public, and an “aide memoire” for officers and Councillors.