Constitution Working Group

1 The Constitution Working Group provides a mechanism by which Council can carry out focused cross-party reviews of the Constitution, of both a general and specific nature to ensure the constitution remains fit for purpose. It will undertake this role by:   a) Considering any constitutional or procedural matter concerning the Council;   b) Undertaking health checks of the Constitution to ensure that the detail of the text remains fit for purpose and put forward appropriate changes;   c) Reviewing areas in the Constitution to ensure that it is kept in line with current legislation, local decisions made by the Council and best practice;   d) Recommending any proposed changes to the Constitution arising from the above to Council for approval.   2 The following may request that the Constitution Working Group considers a particular item of work:   a) Council b) Governance and Resources Committee c) Monitoring Officer   3 The Group has no decision making powers other than in advising in relation to the Monitoring Officer’s delegated powers in relation to minor or consequential amendments. The group will report to the Council for approval of changes to the Constitution.