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Main Purpose of Role

In addition to the duties and responsibilities expected to be undertaken by all members, to undertake, in the absence of the Chairman, those duties expected of the Chairman and encompassed in the role description for that position.

Duties and Responsibilities

   To deputise for the Chairman of the committee.

   To undertake specific tasks and responsibilities as requested by the Chairman.

   To share and support in general, the full workload of the Chairman.

   To work actively with the Chairman to manage the work of the Group.

   To lead, as required, certain small task-and-finish panels or sub-groups.

Accountability

The tasks and duties outlined in this role description relate to the political or member level activities of the District Council.  Accountability for members’ performance is ultimately through the political and electoral process but will also be subject to any member personal development arrangements agreed by the Council.