How the council is governed
Councillors, or elected members, are the bridge between a community and its council. The job of a councillor is not to be the council's advocate in the community, but to be the community's advocate in the council. However, the role of a good ward councillor stretches much further than simple advocacy. Representation involves building relationships with individuals and groups, to inform, consult and empower people and to facilitate effective community involvement.
The council is made up of 90 locally elected councillors who make decisions on how to improve local services on behalf of local people. The way in which councillors make decisions is informed by the ideas of the political parties they represent. The Lord Mayor is chosen by the council and is the city's first citizen and representative. The leader of the council is also chosen by the council and leads the executive board.
Use the links on the left to access information on:
- the executive board
- the full council
- committees
- the shadow board