Can members of the public sitting unelected on Parish Council committees make budgetary decisions?

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counterpoint · Answer 1 · 2013-04-01T09:15:15+0000

Committees are appointed by the council. A council can appoint members of the public to most committees, which can often contribute to their effectiveness. If the committee is allocated a budget by the council, then all members of that committee can make spending decisions. It is up to the council to judge whether it is appropriate to allow a committee a budget.

An important exception is that a Finance Committee must be composed of councillors, and may not include any member of the public.

Can members of the public sitting unelected on Parish Council committees make budgetary decisions?

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