"I would like to offer my sincere apology to the council for the conduct in relation to the invitation letters to attend council programs. I recognise that the actions did not meet the standards expected of an elected member and may have affected confidence in the council. I have already written to the governance team requesting that they provide a date for me to undertake"
"the Code of Conduct training, and I look forward to completing it at the earliest opportunity. I remain committed to ensuring that my future conduct reflects the responsibilities and expectations of public office. While I accept the findings of the committee and comply fully with its decision, I will be raising some separate concerns about aspects of the process through the appropriate channels."
The former mayor of Enfield apologised to the council for writing letters supporting visa applications for family and friends. He stood down in August after being sanctioned for bringing his office into disrepute. The council conduct committee ordered a written apology, code of conduct training, and a ban on wearing his mayor badge. Mayors are prohibited from using their position to lobby immigration authorities for private individuals. He serves as an independent councillor following suspension from the Labour Party. He accepted the committee's findings, committed to ensuring future conduct meets public expectations, and intends to raise procedural concerns with the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman. A legal adviser is preparing a referral.
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