Each year the Council publishes the remuneration and expenses of its 80 councillors. Councillors receive remuneration at Councillor or Senior Councillor level, being paid in 12 monthly payments. They are also entitled to claim for travel and subsistence expenses, together with other expenses actually incurred in carrying out their duties as Councillors. Claims for expenses can only be paid on production of receipts.
Remuneration and expenses are governed by legislation, regulation and Council policy. There is no scope to make additional payments to councillors outwith the regulations. In addition to directly paid expenses, the Council also provides councillors with equipment such as telephones and computers to assist them in carrying out their duties.
The latest published figures for Members' Remuneration and Expenses can be found for the year -
The Members' Allowances and Expenses Guide (PDF) and Statement of Members' training (PDF) are also attached.
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