About the council

The Leader of the Council

Information on the Leader of the Forest of Dean District Council. Find out more about the role of the leader and their responsibilities

Cabinet roles and responsibilities

The cabinet make major decisions about the council services that you use on a day-to-day basis

Council meetings and minutes

Dates, agendas and minutes of council meetings. Watch live meetings and catch up on previous records.

Following the elections on 4 May 2023 we will be updating these webpages gradually. Some information may be out-of-date.

Elections and voting

Find out when the next election is, register to vote, election results, councillor vacancies

Council data and information

Freedom of information, finance and expenditure, data protection, publications scheme and privacy data

Councillors and committees

Council meetings and minutes, the constitution, code of conduct for district councillors and how we publicise upcoming key decisions

Plans and policies

Our policies, plans and strategies, equality and diversity

Council performance and spending

Financial strategy, statement of accounts, staffing budget and monthly expenditure

Careers

Search and apply for jobs with the council, apply for work experience

Parish and town councils

Contact details for parish and town councils, allowances for parish and town councillors

Having your say

Make a comment, compliment or complaint, give consultation feedback, take part in a meeting or petition

Contact us

Find the best way to get in touch

Communicating with our residents

How we provide updates on vital services and help you better understand how the council operates

Our partners

Find out about our partners

Gloucestershire County Council

Roads, bus passes, blue badges, travel, parking, schools, libraries, health and social care, births, deaths and marriages