Corporate enforcement policy

2.1 This policy has been developed to provide a framework for enforcement in Welwyn Hatfield. The policy spans 3 years thereby giving the council the flexibility to review the policy in light of changes that occur in the enforcement sector. It has been developed with reference to national guidance as well as taking into account regional work in this area.

2.2 Each enforcement area uses different legislation to ensure compliance of the law within the borough and each has its own extensive body of regulations, codes of practice and guidance. This policy does not replace these but provides an overarching policy within which these can be used. The Council will ensure consistency between all policy areas on enforcement principle, and effective information sharing is fundamental.

2.3 The council will take account of statutory and non-statutory guidance and related Council policies when taking enforcement decisions as well as the Regulator’s Code.

2.4 The Regulator’s Code can be found online.