Political structure
The Council comprises 60 elected Councillors, representing local people in 20 wards across the City. All are represented by three Councillors.
On 4 May 2006 a local election was held with all 20 seats contested.
The results are posted elsewhere on this website.
Standing following the 2006 election
Following the 4 May 2006 election the share of seats among parties is as follows:
- Labour - 40
- Conservative - 17
- Liberal Democrats - 2
- Liberals - 1
Information on meetings of the full Council is held elsewhere in this website.
Local election information is held elsewhere in this website.