How much do Shropshire County Councillors get paid?
Councillors are not paid a salary for their work, but they do receive allowances. By law, all members of the Council are required to complete a declaration of interest form, the details of which are published annually.
Are Labour Councillors paid?
Members’ allowance scheme There is no salary for being a councillor, but you will be paid an allowance to reimburse you for time and expenses incurred whilst on council business.
Do county Councillors get paid UK?
Councillors do not receive a salary. Councillors are also entitled to claim travel and subsistence expenses for ‘approved duties’, for example attending a Committee Meeting at County Hall.
Where does Shropshire Council cover?
Shropshire Council is the local authority of Shropshire, in England, comprising the ceremonial county of Shropshire except Telford and Wrekin.
Can Councillors claim expenses?
Councillors receive a basic allowance to support their work as members of the local authority, and can also claim certain expenses, such as travel costs. Councillors with a specific role within the authority may also receive a special responsibility allowance.
How much money do local Councillors get paid?
Councillors do not get paid a salary, however they do receive an annual allowance which reimburses them for time they have spent on council duties, as well as telephone and other office expenses.
Who is head of planning at Shropshire Council?
Tracy Darke
Tracy Darke is currently director of planning, strategic transport and place-making with Milton Keynes Council and will take up her new role in Shropshire on January 4 next year.
What areas come under Shropshire?
The following towns in Shropshire and the borders have railway station: Shrewsbury, Telford, Wellington, Albrighton, Cosford, Shifnal, Wem, Whitchurch, Oswestry (Gobowen), Welshpool, Ludlow, Church Stretton and Craven Arms.
Is Shropshire Council unitary?
Shropshire Council is the local authority of Shropshire, in England, comprising the ceremonial county of Shropshire except Telford and Wrekin. It is a unitary authority, having the powers of a non-metropolitan county and district council combined.
Are Councillors expenses taxable?
A basic allowance paid to a Councillor is not a salary, but it is treated by HMRC as taxable income. A council is obliged to deduct income tax, where appropriate, under the PAYE system. A council may also pay Councillors and co-opted Councillors travelling and subsistence allowances.