Overview of the
constitution
The constitution sets
out:
- The rules and
procedures we and our committees need to follow
- The decision making
powers of the executive and of committees
- Your right to inspect reports and background
documents
- Codes of conduct for
councillors and employees
- Information about
members' interests and members' allowances
Documents making the
constitution
The constitution is made up
of 8 parts:
- Summary and
explanation
- Articles of the
constitution
- Responsibilities
- Procedures
- Codes and
protocols
- Members'
allowances
- Management Structure
- Proper
Officers