Revised Executive Arrangements

Sandwell Council at its meeting on 22nd December, 2009, resolved to adopt the form of executive set out in Section 11 (2A) of the Local Government Act, 2000, that is, the leader and cabinet executive (England) model with effect from 6th May 2010.

Full details of the revised executive arrangements are now available.

Political and Officer Structures

The political and officer structures for the Council are now available.

The political structure shows the Councillors who make up the political leadership of the Council - the Leader of the Council, the members of the Cabinet and the Chairs of the Scrutiny Panels.

The officer structure shows the Chief Executive, Executive Directors of the Council's themes and the services areas within those themes.

Standards in Sandwell

In Sandwell Council standards are important, including how members and employees conduct themselves. We endeavour to live up to the high standards the public has a right to expect from us. Ethical governance refers to the processes, procedures, culture and values which ensure high standards of behaviour. More information can be found here on the ethical framework applicable to members.

Code of Corporate Governance

The Council has approved a Code of Corporate Governance drawn up in accordance with guidance issued by the CIPFA (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy) and SOLACE (Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers). The Code sets out how the Council is complying with the principles of good governance.

The Council reviews the Code on an annual basis and draws up an action plan which drives improvement in our governance arrangements. 

Petitions for Elected Mayoral Referendums - Notification of number for determining validity of petitions

In accordance with the Local Authorities (Referendums) (Petitions & Directions) Regulations 2000, the Council has now published the number for determining the validity of petitions for Elected Mayoral Referendums presented after 31 March 2010 and before 1 April 2011.

Use these pages to find out more about the main thrusts of our work to ensure that we meet the challenges facing us for the future and our main plans and priorities over the next few years.

You can also find out how the Council works and makes these important local decisions, who your councillors are, the information and reports used to help councillors make their decisions, and how you can go to the meetings where these things are discussed.

Democracy means having your say. Use these pages to find out more about the different types of elections held locally and how you can register to vote in them, as well as other ways to make your voice heard.