How the Council works

The Constitution is the Council’s Code of Corporate Governance which sets out how the Council operates.

The Cabinet is the part of the Council responsible for most day-to-day decisions. It is made up of a leader and no more than nine other members.

There are a number of committees at the Council – find out more about their responsibilities and what they do.

How the structure of the Council is formed and what each element is responsible for.

Get the latest information on the devolution deal for Devon and Torbay.

Find out more about the appointments to the organisations that are independent from the Council, but have an impact on its service areas.

View a calendar of all our Council meetings.

Access the details of all the Council committees.

Find out more about what our scrutiny committees do and how you can get involved.

A history of the Council, including its coat of arms.

David Fursdon is the current Lord-Lieutenant of Devon – find out more about his role.

See a list of former councillors who currently hold the title of Honorary Alderman of Devon County Council.