The Council

General Information

The Council is the ultimate decision making body from which all other elements in the structure derive their authority.

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Public Questions at Meetings of the Council

The Council determines the policy framework within which the Executive Board operates. The broad functions of the Council are as follows:-

  • Appoint the Executive Board

  • Make appointments to Committees and outside bodies (excluding those delegated to the Executive Board for determination)

  • Determine the remit and terms of reference of Committees

  • Adopt the Standing Orders for the Council

  • Make arrangements for the appointment of the Head of the Paid Service and consider matters relating to any misconduct

  • Approve the Council Tax rate

  • Elect the Mayor

  • Appoint the Leader of the council (May 2011 - Councillor Ron Davies)

  • Determine the policy framework for the Council by approving the major strategic plans listed below -

    • Corporate Strategy Statement

    • Community Plan (requirement under Best Value)

    • Unitary Development Plan

    • Housing Strategic and Operational Plan

    • Children's Services Plan

    • Social Care Plan

    • Educational Strategic Plan

    • Economic Development Strategy

    • Integrated Transport Strategy

Note - this list will be continually monitored to reflect changing circumstance, government requirements and needs of the Council.

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