87.Section 37 requires an authority which is operating executive arrangements or alternative arrangements under this Part of the Act to maintain a document (referred to as their constitution) and ensure that it is available for inspection by members of the public. The authority will have to supply a copy to anybody who requests one, upon payment of a reasonable fee. The constitution is to include the standing orders and councillor code of conduct of the authority and such other information as the Secretary of State may direct.
Introduction Commentary on sections Section 37: Local authority constitution