The Council has now changed the way it makes decisions, with the introduction of a new Executive structure in May 2011. The information on this page relates to the position prior to this change. Click here for more information about the new decision-making structure.

The role of the Environment Board was to:

• Carry out the budget and policy framework for:
  - environmental health
  - health and safety
  - countryside projects
  - building control, and
  - waste collection
• Recommend new ideas to the Policy and Resources Committee
• Deal with:
  - Environmental Health
  - the condition or improvement or clearance of private dwellings or caravans
  - matters covered by Acts relating to Environmental Health
  - drains and sewers within the District and outside the District where appropriate
• Submit an annual work programme, including the programme of any Task and Finish Groups appointed, to make sure the Board's time is used effectively and efficiently, and
• Carry out any strategic, corporate or cross-cutting work requested by the Policy and Resources Committee

Please contact the Democratic Services team for further information on 01757 292037 or DemocraticServices@selby.gov.uk.