Council

The Council is the ultimate decision-making body for all functions and services delivered by Derbyshire Dales District Council. While some responsibilities can be delegated to committees or officers, the full council retains authority over key strategic and financial matters.

This includes adopting and amending the Council's Constitution, approving policy frameworks and strategies, and setting the annual budget and council tax. The Council also decides on the structure and membership of its committees, appoints representatives to outside bodies, and approves the appointment or dismissal of senior officers. It has the power to make, amend, or revoke bylaws and considers matters relating to electoral areas and representation.