The City Council's constitution describes the four basic elements through which the council operates: the Council, the Executive, Overview and Scrutiny, and the Committees.
The constitution sets out:
- the rules and procedures to be followed by the Council and committees when conducting their business;
- the decision making powers of the Executive and of Committees;
- the financial and contract regulations;
- the scheme of delegation to chief officers;
- the rights of the public to inspect reports and background documents;
- codes of conduct for councillors and employees;
- members' interests and members' allowances.
The Constitution is made up of nine parts:
- Summary and Explanation
- Articles of the Constitution
- Responsibility Functions
- Rules of Procedure
- Financial Procedures
- Codes and Protocol
- Members' Allowances
- Management Structure
- The Association of Greater Manchester Authorities Constitution
If you require any help or advice on the Constitution please contact us at committeeservicesteam@manchester.gov.uk