A set of generic role descriptions have been developed by the WLGA and authorities for councillors. They are applicable in any authority and are made available as suggestions rather than prescription.
The role descriptions set out the responsibilities and functions of the role of the elected member. The set covers the following roles:
- Elected Member
- Leader (and Deputy)
- Cabinet Member
- Chair of the Council
- Chair of Democratic Services Committee
- Member of Democratic Services Committee
- Chair of a Regulatory Committee
- Member of a Regulatory Committee
- Chair of Standards Committee
- Member of Standards Committee
- Chair of Governance and Audit Committee
- Member of Governance and Audit Committee
- Overview and Scrutiny Chair
- Overview and Scrutiny Member
- Leader of the Opposition
- Political Group Leader
- Member Champion Purpose and Role
- Member Champion Role Description
For more information contact: Sarah Titcombe