Councillor Role
Some Councillors will play a leading role during a major incident particularly if they are a Cabinet member, other Party Leader or Ward Councillor. It is important that elected Councillors are kept informed about the incident. This area of responsibility will fall to the Incident Control Centre Manager in liaison with the Council’s Public Relations Manager, who will need to maintain contact with appropriate Councillors.
Relevant information will be made available to Councillors, but it must be borne in mind that during a major incident it may take some time to ascertain all the facts. Councillors and staff will be asked not to speculate to the media about the incident, as the Hertfordshire Constabulary will provide all information.
