Make a Deputation to the Council and its Committees

A deputation must be made in writing or by email, explain the subject of the deputation and be signed by a representative of the group or organisation wishing to be heard. The deputation request should be sent no later than one working day before the meeting.

An organisation or a person presenting a petition can make a deputation and allows members of the public to speak directly to the Council or one of its Committees and Sub-Committees. The rules governing deputations are set out in the Council's Standing Orders at Standing Order 55.

When a deputation is received it is immediately forwarded to a member of Committee Services who submits it to the relevant Committee. A deputation must be on an issue including in the committee's powers or duties. The deputation representative will be contacted by the member of Committee Services advising what committee their request will be submitted to and the date, time and venue of that meeting.