Somerset Council Constitution

The Somerset Council Constitution outlines how the council operates, makes decisions, and ensures these processes are efficient, transparent, and accountable to local residents. It details the rights of citizens and the operational structure of key council parts. The Constitution assigns responsibilities to various committees, the executive, and officers, and includes rules of procedure, codes of conduct, and the members' allowances scheme. Some of these arrangements are legally mandated, while others are determined by the council itself.