3. Application of the policy
1. The Enforcement Policy relates to those enforcement and regulatory functions discharged by the Council’s Regeneration and Environment Directorates’ Community Safety and Streetscene Department
2. The Policy does not cover the enforcement functions delivered by Planning and Building Control Services. This is because their regulatory statutory powers are not scheduled within Part 3 of the 2007 order. The extant list of regulations covered by the Regulators’ Code. This can be found within the schedule to the Legislative and Regulatory Reform (Regulatory Functions) Order 2007.
3. By using effective procedures and clear policies, it standardises regulation and enforcement.
4. Regulation and enforcement’s primary function is to achieve regulatory compliance. This is to protect the public, legitimate business, the environment and groups such as consumers and workers. The Council prioritises achieving compliance through education and support. The Council reserves the right to take enforcement action even after initial compliance is achieved.
5. Officers will refer the matter to the relevant agency for offences or potential offences if they are outside of the legislative remit of this General Enforcement Policy. They will ensure that the issues are thoroughly investigated and feedback is provided to the complainant.
