The Councillor, 13th edition

Author: Paul Clayden
ISBN: 978 0 7219 0854 0
Pages: 272
Type of book: Paperback, 2009, 186x123mm

Over half a century after it was first published, The Councillor remains the best available guide to the duties and responsibilities of the elected council member. Designed to assist councillors in the appreciation of the working of a council, the scope of the book is such that a better understanding of local administration will be afforded anyone involved in the process.

Areas of particular attention are: the structure of local goverment; the relationship between local and central governments; the status, conduct and privileges of councillors; procedures at council meetings and committees; claims for allowances; the role of local authority officers.


What's the difference between 'The Parish Councillor's Guide' and 'The Councilor'?

"Basically, The Parish Councillor's Guide is a bit of a misnomer. It is a guide to the law of parishes, as useful (if not more so) to Clerks as to members. The Councillor is definitely aimed at members as it describes their duties and responsibilities".

CRISPIN WILLIAMS, Publications Director, Shaw & Sons Limited