Ribble Valley asks you to set out your complaint fully and clearly, with enough detail to show why you think the member may have breached the Code of Conduct. If you have supporting papers, include them and cross-reference them to your complaint summary.
| What to include | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Complaint summary | Say exactly what each person you are complaining about said or did. |
| Supporting documents | Include any documents or other material you want considered, where possible. |
| Cross-references | Match supporting documents to the relevant points in your summary. |
| Detail and evidence | Be as detailed as possible and substantiate your complaint where you can. |
| Grounds for complaint | Show reasonable grounds for believing the member(s) breached the Code of Conduct. |
Ribble Valley also says your complaint must be in writing, and a covering note is helpful if you have a lot of supporting material.