The Cabinet includes the Leader of the Council and 7 other councillors. Each cabinet member is responsible for a policy area, known as a portfolio.
Cabinet responsibilities
The Cabinet of portfolio holders is responsible for:
- publishing a forward plan that gives at least 28 days notice about the key decisions it will take
- making most of the council's main budget and policy decisions
- recommending the budget and important policies for the council to agree on
- deciding certain policies
- carrying out important plans and strategies
Members of the Cabinet
The current members of the Cabinet and their portfolios are listed below.