Tower Hamlets Council Constitution

Constitution Summary for Residents

What is the Council Constitution?

The Constitution is like a rulebook that explains how Tower Hamlets Council works, how decisions are made, and what rights you have as a resident.

Your Rights as a Resident

  • Vote: You can vote in local elections for the Mayor and Councillors
  • Contact: You can contact the Mayor or your local Councillor about any concerns
  • Attend Meetings: Most Council and Committee meetings are open to the public
  • Petitions: You can present petitions to the Council
  • Complaints: You have the right to complain about Council services
  • Information: You can access Council documents and reports

How the Council Works

The Council has a directly elected Mayor who leads the Council and makes most day-to-day decisions. There are also 45 Councillors who represent different areas (wards) of the borough.

The Mayor appoints Cabinet Members who help run different services like housing, education, and transport.

Getting Involved

  • Attend Council meetings to see decisions being made
  • Join consultation exercises on important issues
  • Participate in the Tower Hamlets Partnership
  • Contact your Councillor about local issues
  • Use the Council's complaints system if needed

Key Services

The Council provides many services including:

  • Housing and homelessness support
  • Education and children's services
  • Adult social care and health
  • Planning and development
  • Transport and roads
  • Environmental services

Need More Information?

If you need more detailed information about any aspect of how the Council works, you can: