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 seven parts:

• Summary and Explanation
• Articles of the Constitution
• Responsibility Functions
• Rules of Procedure
• Financial Procedures
• Codes and Protocol
• Members' Allowances

Download the Constitution 

If you require any help or advice on the Constitution please contact us at committee.services@manchester.gov.uk