Commentary on Sections Power of district councils to revert to partial-council elections Section 38: Resolution for elections by halves: requirements
121.Section 38 requires a resolution for elections by halves to be passed during a specified period. The resolution must be passed by a majority of at least two-thirds of members voting at a specially convened meeting of which notice of the object has been given. Section 38(7) enables the Secretary of State to extend the period during which the decision must be taken.