Constitution
The Constitution sets out how the Council operates, how decisions are made and the procedures which are followed to ensure that decisions are efficient, transparent and accountable to local people. Some of these processes are required by law, while others are a matter for the Council to choose.
Blaby District Council carried out a review of the Constitution and it was approved by Council on 24 May 2016. The current version is available to download in bite-sized documents below.
Contents
Part 1 - Summary and Explanation
Introduction to the Constitution and how the Council operates
Part 2 - Articles of the Constitution
Basic rules governing the Council's business, and the rights of the citizens
Part 3 - Responsibility for Functions
Who can take decisions, including terms of reference for Committees and responsibilities given to officers
Part 4 - Rules of Procedure
Procedures for taking decisions and conducting meetings
Part 5 - Codes and Protocols
Codes of Conduct for Members and employees, and other codes and protocols
Part 6 - Members' Allowance Scheme
Payment for Members depending on their responsibilities
Part 7 - Outside Bodies
Details of Members appointed to Outside Bodies