In this section you can view and download copies of Calne Town Council's approved policies, strategies and corporate plans.

Notice of conclusion of Audit Financial Year Ending 31st March 2007 (376KB PDF)

2007/08 Detailed Budget (PDF 119KB)

The budget income and expenditure of the council analysed by committee.

Standing Orders Revision 1 - 9 July 07 (107KB PDF)

Outlines the rules and procedures governing council meetings.

Financial Regulations (Nov 2006) (PDF 95KB)

These regulations govern the conduct of financial transactions of the council.

Adopted Code Of Conduct (PDF 90KB)

The Code Of Conduct outlines the way in which elected councillors are expected to conduct themselves as members of Calne Town Council.

Policy Plan 2004 - 2008 (PDF 326KB)

Outlines Calne Town Council's policies in respect of performance and service delivery to 2008.

Performance_Management_Strategy (Oct 2005) (PDF 241KB)

This strategy is a companion to the Policy Plan   The Policy Plan details the Town Council’s Aims and Objectives in relation to the identified wishes and needs of the residents of the town of Calne.  This document goes into greater detail as to how the Town Council will achieve the specific policies in the Policy Plan.

Financial Management Strategy (Nov 2006) (MSWord 56KB)

This document provides an understanding of the process by which income and expenditure is budgeted and monitored.  It will provide definition, clarity and transparency of the entire process of sound and prudent financial management in which the Town Council engages.

Annual Investment Strategy (PDF 68.3KB)

How the town council manage its funds to maximise its value for tax payers.

Risk Management Policy (Oct 2005) (PDF 158KB)

Risk Management has been identified by the Audit Commission as an essential part of effective corporate governance.  Therefore, the council has a statutory duty to have in place arrangements for managing risk as stated in the Accounts & Audit Regulations 2003.

Fraud & Ethics Policy (Oct 2005) (PDF 275KB)

Procedure in relation to corporate governance.

Freedom of Information Guide (PDF 90.8KB)

Calne Town Council's policy and procedures in relation to the Freedom of Information Act.  Should be read in conjunction with the Publication Scheme.

Publication Scheme (PDF 109KB)

Calne Town Councils policy in relation to public information.  Should be read in conjunction with the Freedom of Information Guide.

Complaints Procedure (PDF 69.9KB)

How to make a complaint to Calne Town Council

Document Management Policy (PDF 150KB)

How Calne Town Council manages its documentation.

Member And Employee Protocol (Oct 2005) (PDF 161KB)

Outlines the roles and interactions of Members & Officers of Calne Town Council.

Staff Recruitment And Retention Policy (Oct 2005) (PDF 148KB)

How Calne Town Council manage the recruitment and retention of staff.

Calne Connection Article Submission Policy (PDF)

How to submit an article for inclusion in the town newsletter.

IT, email & internet usage policy (PDF 104KB)

Policy in respect of council staff use of information technology systems.

Smoke Free Policy (June 2007) (PDF 101KB)

How Calne Town Council has responded to the changes to smoking laws.