Values and behaviours

Our values are core principles that are important to us. They influence our culture and behaviours and define the way we work with each other, deliver our services and engage with our communities.

Graphic of our corporate values. Text says: "Own it; Think 'Nolan'; Develop our learning; Think future"Think ‘Nolan’   

Leadership is an action, set a positive example and follow the Nolan Principles. Find out more about the Nolan Principles, also known as the Seven Principles of Public Life.

Own it   

Take responsibility for your work, be proactive, professional and get the job done.   

Think future   

Look after our communities, our environment, each other and ourselves.   

Develop our learning   

Be curious, share knowledge, innovate, and improve.  

These values help us to organise ourselves to deliver the council's vision and ambitious priorities as set out in our Corporate Plan