Issue details
Housing Competence and Conduct Policy
A people related policy is required for the
new Housing Competence and Conduct standard coming in from October
2026. This policy covers how we will ensure that employees at the
Council, and also contractors, are qualified and competent to
complete their roles.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/08/2026
Decision due: 16 Sep 2026 by Cabinet
Considered on: 5 Oct 2026 by Council
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Citizen Focused Services and Council Companies, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities
Lead director: Director of Housing
Department: Housing
Contact: Melissa Hope, Organisational Development Manager Email: mhope@oxford.gov.uk.
Consultation process
The policy requires consultation from
residents. This policy as well as our code of conduct has been
approved by the residents policy panel.
Reason date could change: Confirmed for this meeting
Is the date subject to change: No