Over the past few weeks, we have noticed that some of our posts on our page have attracted comments that have caused upset among some of our followers. In response, we have put in place a procedure that could see people blocked from our channels. This means that they will no longer be able to like or comment on our page. Across all of our platforms, we reserve the right to remove comments
and block users if we feel they offend, intimidate or deliberately provoke other people. We want our platforms to be community forums in-which residents can express their opinions without fear of being intimidated, attacked or shut-down. Where any individual tips the balance and posts anything that is hate speech – this is defined as anything public that expresses hate or encourages violence towards a person or group based on something such as race, religion, age, s*x, nationality, ethnicity, disability, or s*xual orientation – or that person posts anything that threatens, incites, or encourages hatred or violence in any way, we may seek guidance from the police and take action in the same way we would as if this had happened on the street. Be aware of what you post, be mindful of how others may receive it, and, above all, be respectful and kind. As a Council page, we try to provide communications that we feel will help and support our residents and our communities the most – and are always open to how we can improve our messaging further. If you've been blocked and wish to appeal or complain about the service you have received, visit https://www.west-lindsey.gov.uk/council-democracy/have-your-say/comments-compliments-complaints
A big thank you to everyone who regularly posts and engages respectfully on all our platforms.
