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:

 

1. Elected Member
2. Leader (and Deputy)
3. Cabinet Member
4. Chair of the Council
5. Chair of Democratic Services Committee
6. Member of Democratic Services Committee
7. Chair of a Regulatory Committee
8. Member of a Regulatory Committee
9. Chair of Standards Committee
10. Member of Standards Committee
11. Chair of Governance and Audit Committee
12. Member of Governance and Audit Committee
13. Overview and Scrutiny Chair
14. Overview and Scrutiny Member
15. Leader of the Opposition
16. Political Group Leader
17. Member Champion Purpose and Role
18. Member Champion Role Description 

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For more information contact: Sarah Titcombe