Councillors and mayors

Version history

Councillor – full guide

Version 2.4 – Current version, published 18 July 2025

Elected member guide

Version 1.0 – Current version, published 15 May 2026

April 2014 – update for councillors in England

Version 2.4 – Current version, published 23 May 2024

Councillors in Wales – Introductory leaflet

Version 2.3 – Current version, published 24 July 2026

Elected members in England – Introductory leaflet

Version 1.0 – Current version, published 24 April 2026

Elected members in England – Promotional leaflet

Version 1.0 – Current version, published 24 April 2026

Technical guide