The Local Authorities (Allowances for Members of County and County Borough Councils and National Park Authorities) (Wales) Regulations 2002
Section 18 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 provides the power for the Secretary of State to authorise or require any relevant authority specified in the Regulations to make a scheme providing for the payment of:a basic allowance to councillors; andan attendance allowance to councillors; anda special responsibility allowance for councillors with special responsibilities.