CME - Module 2: Conflicts of Interest

Overview

As an elected community representative and leader, Elected Members are required to make objective, unbiased decisions on matters affecting the whole community. Elected Members have a statutory obligation to declare any actual or perceived interests that may influence those decisions.

This course outlines financial, indirect financial, proximity and impartiality interests; disclosure of interests at meetings; the importance of closely associated persons; and the link between gifts and conflicts of interest.

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Target Audience

A necessary course for newly Elected Members.

Recommended for returning Elected Members to refresh and update their knowledge and understanding of their legal and ethical responsibilities in managing and disclosing interests.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify the types of interest that exist;
• Understand how an Elected Member can have an interest in a Council or committee matter;
• Evaluate the implications of different types of interest;
• Identify the critical people when considering interests; and
• Confidently locate helpful information.

Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy

All transfer or cancellation requests must be made via our request form.

Please refer to the WALGA Terms and Conditions of Enrolment for further conditions including COVID-19, On-Site training and course cancellations. 

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