Constitution

The Council of the City of Carlisle has agreed a constitution which sets out how the Council operates, how decisions are made and the procedures which are followed to ensure that these are efficient, transparent and accountable to local people. Some of these processes are required by the law, while others are a matter for the Council to choose.

The City Council Constitution Document has been updated to include the Leader's new Scheme of Delegation that was agreed at annual council on 21st May 2007.

To view the document click on the link below.