Co-opted Independent Member of Harbours Advisory Committee (x2)

Two new co-opted Independent Members are being sought to serve on the Dorset Council Harbours Advisory Committee, which is responsible for the running of Bridport, Lyme Regis and Weymouth harbours. 

The harbours are a significant part of the local communities, at the heart of the Dorset and South Devon World Heritage Site.

Appointments to the Harbours Advisory Committee should be seen as a form of public service akin to that provided by becoming a councillor of a Local Authority or the like. 

It is envisaged that the Harbours Advisory Committee will meet routinely four times per annum, usually in-person. 

There may be additional meetings, special meetings, workshops and training. Training in the Code of Conduct, Port Marine Safety Code and other harbour- related skills are mandatory for all members of the committee.

Travelling expenses are payable when attending committee meetings or carrying out other activities on behalf of the committee on the same basis as councillors.

This is an exciting opportunity for two independent minded people with appropriate expertise to offer. Applicants must have an interest in public service and be committed to developing the harbours in Dorset, making them financially self-supporting whilst balancing the conflicting interests which arise.