Monday 6 May 2013

From one conflict to another


Speaking (below) of people who should understand conflicts of interest, what about Mr and Mrs Brian Moore?

Earlier this year Mr Moore abruptly vacated his seat on Council, citing a conflict of interest between this role and his position on the Salaries and Allowances Tribunal, which sets remuneration for councillors.  He saw that he should not be helping to decide how much he should be paid as a councillor and President.

But now his wife has nominated for the Council by-election.  If he should not be helping to work out how much he should be getting paid as a councillor, nor should he be doing so when his wife may benefit!

If she gets in, will he resign from the Salaries and Allowances Tribunal?  And if he does, what was the point of his resignation from Council?  Or are they simply seeking to establish a family political dynasty, like Bridgetown's answer to Bill and Hillary Clinton? (Except Bill provided leadership and Hillary has class.)


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