Issue details

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