Misconduct in Public Office (MiPO) appears to be a current theme – and I have a feeling that the list will get longer.
By widening the scope – could it be – for example – that Parish Council Chairs and/or Clerks find themselves in a MiPO predicament?
CPS – Public interest considerations
The Code for Crown Prosecutors sets out the framework for assessing this question. However, if the evidential stage is met, it is highly likely that the seriousness of the offence, the culpability of the suspect and the harm caused by the offending means that a prosecution will be required in the public interest.
You will find the interesting legal stuff here