Overview
The complainant, Ms B, alleged that there were a number of improper processes involved in Fife Council (the Council)'s decision to move the village of Freuchie into the Kirkcaldy and Mid Fife area for strategic planning purposes.
Specific complaints and conclusions
The complaints which have been investigated are that the Council:
- (a) failed to carry out local consultation before changing the local plan boundaries (not upheld);
- (b) failed to take account of the complainant's views despite confirmation that they would do so (not upheld);
- (c) misrepresented the situation (not upheld); and
- (d) encouraged staff not to disclose information (not upheld).
Redress and recommendation
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.