Constitution

The Council is a democratic organisation, our Constitution explains how decisions are made in an open and democratic way, with scrutiny and accountability, and public involvement.

Our Constitution is guided by six key principles:

• accessibility
• accountability
• accuracy
• efficiency
• inclusion
• transparency.

The Constitution sets out how the Council operates and the rules and procedures followed to ensure that the Council is efficient, transparent and accountable to local people.

The Constitution incorporates best practice improvements, feedback following consultation with members, residents and key stakeholders and the requirements of the Local Government Act 2000. 

The most recent version of the constitution is dated November 2024. You can view each section of the constitution separately below:

A summary of the key changes approved by full Council is available:

There are a number of guidance notes to help residents access the Constitution and make it clear how everyone in the borough can get involved in decision making.

If you have any comments or suggested improvements to the Constitution or the guidance notes, please contact us via email: monitoringofficer@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk.

Previous Editions: