As a county council, it is governed by the Local Government Act 2001. The council is responsible for housing and community, roads and transportation, urban planning and development, amenity and culture, and environment. The council has 19 elected members.
As a county council, it operates according to the Local Government Act 2001. The council manages housing, community services, road infrastructure, public transport, urban development, cultural facilities, and environmental conservation. There are 19 elected members on the council.