The weather is exceptionally hot. View guidance on conserving water and staying safe in hot weather and what to do if you see someone sleeping on the streets on Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP).

How the council makes decisions

Full Council

Some decisions, such as agreeing the budget, are taken by Full Council, which meets 6 times a year.

The current Council Leader is Cllr Steven Broadbent.

Committee and Cabinet memberships are agreed annually at the May meeting. This meeting also involves the election of the council's Chairman.