16/10/2026
ποΈ WHO ACTUALLY MAKES DECISIONS AT SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL?
Have you ever wondered who decides how council money is spent, which services are prioritised, or how local planning decisions are made?
Understanding how our council works is important for every resident.
Here are three key parts of local government:
πΉ Councillors represent residents, help shape policy and make decisions through the councilβs democratic processes.
πΉ The Cabinet makes many of the councilβs main executive decisions and oversees key service areas.
πΉ Council officers provide professional advice and carry out the councilβs policies and services.
Different decisions follow different processes, and understanding who is responsible is the first step towards asking the right questions.
Iβm continuing to learn more about how Slough Borough Council works so I can share useful information and better understand the issues residents raise.
π¬ Question for residents: What would you most like to understand about your local council?