Corporate Governance
Foreword
Dundee City Council strives to meet the highest standards of corporate governance to help ensure that it meets its objectives. The Council is determined to ensure that it delivers the best possible services to city residents. it has developed a modern and effective local democracy that responds quickly and flexibly, delivering high quality services when and where people need them.
The Council is committed to effective decision-making that is transparent and open to genuine scrutiny. It therefore provides on its website (www.dundeecity.gov.uk) details of its plans, procedures and performance.
Definition
Corporate governance is the system by which Dundee City Council directs and controls its functions and relates to its community. A Corporate Governance Assurance Statement is now included in the Council's Annual Report and Accounts each year.
The Code
The Local Code of Corporate Governance for the Council consists of six main elements:-
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