Section 37: Local authority constitution
87.Section 37 requires an authority which is operating executive arrangements or alternative arrangements under this Part of the Act to maintain a document (referred to as their constitution) and ensure that it is available for inspection by members of the public. The authority will have to supply a copy to anybody who requests one, upon payment of a reasonable fee. The constitution is to include the standing orders and councillor code of conduct of the authority and such other information as the Secretary of State may direct.