The Borough of Poole was abolished in
2019 following the re-organisation of local government in
Dorset. Poole retained its Borough
Charter status through the establishment of a charter trustee in
the Local
Government (Structural Boundary Changes) (Supplementary Provision
and Miscellaneous Amendments) Order 2019, which was laid before
parliament on 16th January 2019 and subsequently made on 20 March
2019.
The Trust ensures the continuation of the
civic, historic and ceremonial traditions of the former Borough of
Poole and is responsible for choosing a Mayor, Deputy Mayor and
Sheriff from the appointed Trustees annually. The Trustees are the
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council Councillors
representing the Wards falling wholly or partly within the historic
boundary of the former Borough Council.
Governance
Standing Orders
Handbook
Financial Regulations
Scheme of
Delegation
Budgets and
Finance
Budget
information
Budget requirements for 2024/25 were
considered at the Charter Trustee meeting on 24 January
2024.
The Charter Trustees approved a council
tax precept of £127,684, which equates to £2.14 for a Band
D property.