Statutory Annual Council

The Statutory Annual Council is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Maldon District Council. It adopts key statutory documents such as the Local Development Framework, Sustainable Communities Strategy, Best Value Performance Plan, and Community Safety Strategy. The Council also sets the budget and Council Tax, appoints the Leader and Deputy Leader, determines committee memberships, and adopts the Council's Constitution, Standing Orders, and Financial Regulations. It also appoints representatives to external bodies.