5.3.2 Lines of Accountability
In accordance with the Local Government Act 2000 the Executive may not have formal substitute or deputy members who are not themselves members of the Executive. However Councillors may be nominated from outside the Executive to shadow an Executive Member, attend Executive meetings and speak on behalf of an absent Executive Member. Deputy Executive Members are not however able to take formal decisions i.e. vote on items at the Executive or exercise any delegated authority.
Deputy Executive Members will be held to account by their relevant Executive Member of the Council.
5.3.3 General Responsibilities of Deputy Executive Members
5.3.3.1
As directed by the relevant Executive Member, to be the Lead Member for the development and implementation of key projects and plans within their remit.
5.3.3.2
The lines of accountability (Rule 5.3.2) have to be adhered to at all times.
5.3.3.3
Support and assist their Executive Member as required.