Multiple UK Councillors Found Guilty of Code of Conduct Breaches

Several local council members have been found in breach of their respective codes of conduct following investigations into their behavior and conflicts of interest. Emma Nishigaki, a Wychavon District Councillor, was found guilty for issues related to respect and conduct but plans to appeal, claiming the process was corrupt and asserting her commitment to her work. In Cornwall, former councillor Louis Gardner was found to have failed to declare a conflict of interest when supporting £200,000 funding for Spaceport Cornwall after accepting a senior role there; this breach was referred to the police, and the funding was subsequently withdrawn. Gardner apologized for the harm caused, stepped down from both his council and Spaceport roles, and the controversy contributed to the Conservative party losing control of the council. Meanwhile, a former Llandudno town councillor was found to have sent threatening and unpleasant messages to a female colleague, actions deemed as bullying and harassment, but the complaint was dropped due to personal circumstances. These cases highlight ongoing challenges in maintaining ethical standards and transparency among local government officials.