MID Devon District Council is inviting people to comment on how the council makes its decisions.

GOVERNANCE, in the widest sense, is the term used to explain who in the council has the authority to make decisions and how such decisions are influenced, debated and challenged - as well as ensuring the council is kept accountable.

There are a number of governance arrangements that the council is allowed to use and each system has its own benefits.

Mid Devon District Council currently operates under a Leader and Cabinet model.

The council, through its Governance Working Group, is now looking at whether there are positive reasons and benefits in making changes.

If you are interested in getting involved, the group is holding a session at 6pm on Monday, November 23, via Zoom, by invitation.

The panel will be led by independent facilitator, Cllr Jim McKenna of Cornwall Council.

Those taking up the invitation to talk to the panel will be given a short slot of their own.

The panel is interested in the following:

• What works well under the current arrangements and what do residents value?

• Governance could be better if..? Because…?

To find out more details about governance arrangements at the council and the different options available, please visit: middevon.gov.uk/your-council/councillors-democracy/governance-arrangements/ .

Please email: [email protected] , by no later than November 12, if you would like to attend the panel session.

Depending on uptake, MDDC says it may need to limit slots, or make other arrangements.

Alternatively, residents can send their thoughts/comments to the same email address by no later than November 28, or by post to:

Governance Working Group, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton EX16 6PP (FAO Mrs K Tebbey).