Political Structure
Following the elections on 5 May 2011 West Somerset Council is made up of 28 Councillors (also known as Members) who are elected for 4 years.
The Conservative Group currently has overall control of the Council.
Political Structure of West Somerset Council is as follows:
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19 Conservatives
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7 Independents
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2 Labour
Who's Who
The Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Leader of the Council are appointed on a yearly basis at the Annual Meeting of the Council usually held in May.