https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/conflictsofinterest/Recent content in conflictsofinterest on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 18 Jun 2026 11:44:41 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/authoritarian-red-tape-could-see-council-workers-banned-from-working-at-the-local-pub/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:44:41 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/authoritarian-red-tape-could-see-council-workers-banned-from-working-at-the-local-pub/Gloucestershire County Council’s proposal to extend stricter controls over part-time employees’ second jobs has met strong opposition, with critics labeling it as “authoritarian red tape.” Currently, full-time council workers must obtain written permission from their directors before taking on any additional work. However, new suggested changes would require part-time staff to seek the same approval, potentially restricting their ability to hold other jobs – including casual roles like working at the local pub.