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Chairman
2008/2009: Raymond Bartley, Denbigh Lower
The Chairman acts as a symbol of the Council’s democratic Authority and represents the Council in a non political capacity. The Chair attends functions in an ambassadorial capacity, representing the Council as the duly elected body, representing the people of Denbighshire.
The Chairman is elected at the Annual Council meeting in May and holds this office for a period of twelve months. The Chairman’s duties include: presiding over meetings of the full Council; to be the conscience of the Council; to attend civic and ceremonial functions; to promote public involvement in the Council’s activities.
Traditionally, and in accordance with the Local Government Act, 1972 (as amended) the Chairman takes precedence in the County subject only to Her Majesty’s Royal Prerogative.
Vice Chairman
2008/2009: Joan Butterfield, Rhyl West
The Vice Chairman is elected at the Annual Council Meeting in May and holds this office for a period of twelve months.
The Vice Chairman will carry out all of the functions and duties of the Chairman when called upon to deputise in his/her absence.