Councillors Duties
and Responsibilities

The Chairman of the Council:

• Will have an understanding of the role of the Chairman
• Will take control at meetings and be effective in their management
• Will allow all attendees equal opportunity to contribute at meetings
• Will have good listening and communicating skills
• Will agree agendas and minutes with the City Clerk
• Will take advice from the City Clerk
• Will seek out public opinion

The Leader of the Council:

• Will provide effective leadership and direction for the Council
• Will provide representation for the Council with external bodies & other organisations
• Will ensure that the Council manages its’ business within agreed financial limits

Members:

• Will have an understanding of the role of the Parish Council
• Will be jointly responsible & accountable for decisions made by the Council
• Will be aware of legislation & policies at national, regional and local level
• Will observe the code of conduct
• Will participate and observe the rules of debate
• Will have a basic understanding of employment law & equalities legislation
• Will have knowledge of local community needs and priorities
• Will be aware of the work of the area board
• Will be aware of the Wiltshire Council Core Strategy
• Will be aware of planning development control
• Will aim to build appropriate relationships & interact effectively with Officers