Enforcement decisions
Decisions about the most appropriate enforcement action to be taken are based upon the particular offence, the officer’s professional judgment, official guidance, statutory guidance, and Council or government priorities.
In the majority of cases, the officer in charge of the case will determine or recommend the most appropriate course of action in accordance with the Service’s scheme of delegations.
Final decisions about the instigation of legal proceedings will involve consultation between and/or approval from:
- Investigating officers
- Officer in charge of the case
- Service manager
- Head of service
- Council solicitor
Any decision to prosecute will be documented and signed in accordance with the Service’s scheme of delegations.
Where enforcement decisions relate to licensing matters, these will be taken by officers in accordance with the Service’s scheme of delegations, or by the Regulatory & Licensing Committee or Sub-Committee.