Dafydd Gibbard.
Gwynedd Council
| Gwynedd Council Cyngor Gwynedd | |
|---|---|
| Chief executive | Dafydd Gibbard since 10 May 2021 |
| Structure | |
| Seats | 69 |
| Political groups | Administration Plaid Cymru (44) Opposition (25) Independent (23) Labour (1) Liberal Democrats (1) |
Who is the head of Gwynedd Council?
Elwyn Jones (Council Chairperson):
At the annual Gwynedd Council meeting on 19 May 2022, Councillor Elwyn Jones (Penisarwaun) was elected Chair of Gwynedd Council, with Councillor Medwyn Hughes (Canol Bangor) as Vice-Chair.
Which party runs Gwynedd Council?
There are 69 councillors on Gwynedd Council and the Council operates through the Cabinet and Scrutiny Committees.
Political structure.
| Party | Members |
|---|---|
| Independent | 23 |
| Liberal – Labour | 2 |
| Total | 69 |
How do I complain to Gwynedd Council?
Get in touch with our central complaint contact point on 01766 771000 if you want to make your complaint over the phone. We aim to have concern and complaint forms available at all of our service outlets and public areas and also at appropriate locations such as libraries.
How many Councillors are there in Gwynedd?
The council is composed of 74 councillors.
What does Gwynedd mean in Welsh?
White, happiness, blessed
In Welsh Baby Names the meaning of the name Gwynedd is: White, happiness, blessed. Also a North Wales county name.
What is the biggest council in Wales?
Cardiff
There are 22 unitary county and county borough councils (“local authorities”) in Wales, the largest of which is Cardiff with a population of 317,000 and the smallest is Merthyr Tydfil, with a population of 55,000. There are also 737 Town and Community Councils.
What language is spoken in Gwynedd?
The highest percentages of Welsh speakers can be found in Gwynedd (76%) and the Isle of Anglesey (68%). The lowest percentages of Welsh speakers are in Blaenau Gwent (16%), Monmouthshire (16%), and Bridgend (18%).
What was Gwynedd previously called?
A Gwynedd Constabulary was formed in 1950 by the merger of the Anglesey, Caernarfonshire and Merionethshire forces. A further amalgamation took place in the 1960s when Gwynedd Constabulary was merged with the Flintshire and Denbighshire county forces, retaining the name Gwynedd.
Who founded Gwynedd?
The Quakers settled Gwynedd Township in the late 1600’s. With the help of the leadership of William Penn the township was developed and later separated in 1891 into Lower and Upper Gwynedd. The word Gwynedd is derived from the Welsh word “Gwyn Eth” which means white fields.
How do I complain about a council in Wales?
You can send your complaint directly to the ombudsman or you can ask a local councillor to do this for you. If you are not sure about how to go about complaining to the ombudsman, you can get help from the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales, Complaints Advice Team on 0300 790 0203.
Is there an Ombudsman for local councils?
the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman investigates complaints about local councils, care homes and some other organisations providing local public services.
Can you complain about a local councillor?
If you believe that a councillor has failed to observe the code of conduct, you may report them to the council’s Standards Committee, using the councillor complaint form. You should only use this procedure where you believe that a councillor is in breach of the code of conduct.
How much are Gwynedd Councillors paid?
Are payments made to councillors? Yes. All elected members of principal authorities in Wales are entitled to receive a basic annual salary which in 2020-2021 is set at £14,218. Members with additional responsibilities, such as executive member or chair of a committee, receive higher salaries.
Do Councillors get paid in Wales?
Yes. All elected members of local authorities in Wales are entitled to receive a basic annual salary. Members with additional responsibilities, such as executive member of chair of a committee, receive higher salaries. These payments are subject to income tax and reasonable expenses are also paid.
How much do county Councillors get paid in Wales?
In 2021/22 it is £14,368. Councillors are also entitled to travel allowances. You can also claim your salary whilst taking family absence such as parental leave. Re-imbursement for the costs of care incurred whilst undertaking your duties as a Councillor can also be claimed.
What does Rhos mean in Wales?
moor
Rhos means ‘moor’ or ‘moorland’ in Welsh. It is a region to the east of the River Conwy in north Wales. It started as a minor kingdom then became a medieval cantref, and was usually part of the Kingdom of Gwynedd (later the region became part of Denbighshire, then Clwyd, and is now in Conwy county borough).
Is Gwynedd a nice place to live?
Porthmadog in Gwynedd has been named the third best place to live in Wales.
What is the poorest county in Wales?
The most deprived small area in Wales in WIMD 2019 was Rhyl West 2 (the area around Rhyl High Street) in Denbighshire, which was ranked second most deprived in WIMD 2014. The neighbouring area of Rhyl West 1 is now ranked second most deprived.
What is the smallest council in the UK?
Local government facts and figures: England
- Isles of Scilly Council is the smallest local authority by population with 2,226 people as of 2020.
- Kent County Council is the largest local authority by population with 1,589,100 people as of 2020.
- The most changeable council is probably London Borough of Merton.
What is the best county in Wales?
Ranked 1st in Wales and 5th in the UK, Kidwelly in Carmarthenshire has topped the list.