We are mindful of our public responsibility when deciding how to spend government funds and operate strictly within the Government’s National Assurance Framework.
We work to the highest possible standards of transparency and accountability and ensure our decision-making offers value for money and tangible economic benefits.
The overarching priority of our board is to make decisions with Dorset’s best interest in mind. Dorset LEP's Articles of Association explain our purpose as well as our duties and responsibilities.
Code of Conduct
All Dorset LEP Board members and staff adhere to the following Code of Conduct, which adopts the Nolan Principles of Public Life as its basis:
Dorset LEP Board Code of Conduct
Dorset LEP Staff Code of Conduct
Board members' individual signed Code of Conduct forms are available under their individual profiles here.
Staff's individual signed Code of Conduct forms are available under their profiles here.
Conflict of Interests
All Dorset LEP Board members and staff adhere to our Conflict of Interest policy:
Dorset LEP Board Conflict of Interest policy
Dorset LEP Staff Conflict of Interest policy
Board members' individual signed Conflict of Interest forms are available under their individual profiles here.
Staff's individual signed Conflict of Interest forms are available under their profiles here.
Expenses
Dorset LEP Board members are not remunerated but can claim reasonable travel expenses if travelling on Dorset LEP business.
Information on the total value of expenses claimed by all Board members each year is available here:
Dorset LEP Board Travel Expense Policy
Dorset LEP Board Member Expenses
Board recruitment
Any positions on Dorset LEP's Board are promoted here and are also publicly advertised. Interested candidates are required to complete and submit an application form as detailed here:
Dorset LEP Recruitment Process
There are currently no vacancies; for reference, the Board Application Pack is available here:
Dorset LEP Board Application Pack
Board induction
All new Board members undergo a formal mandatory induction process. Dorset LEP's induction pack is sent to new Board members prior to a formal induction meeting with Dorset LEP's Director and Chair.
Dorset LEP Induction Process
Dorset LEP Induction Pack
Meetings and minutes
Board meeting dates, papers and minutes are available here:
Meetings and Minutes