The Leader appoints the Cabinet. Some
decisions are taken by the Cabinet collectively whilst others are
taken by the Leader, or other Cabinet members as individuals. Each
Cabinet member is allocated a particular area of responsibility
(portfolio). The Leader or Cabinet members have to make decisions
which are in line with the Council’s overall policies and
budget. If they wish to make a decision which is outside the budget
or policy framework, this must be referred to the Council as a
whole to decide. This meeting is open to the public, unless
otherwise stated.