Each ward elects a different number of members to council.

In 1999 and 2003 each ward elected one councillor by the first past the post system of election.

Each ward elected one councillor by the first past the post system of election.

The ward elects three councillors, each for a period of 4 years.

Each ward elects two councillors, who serve 4 year terms.

Each ward elects between one to three councillors by the first past the post system of election.

There are 26 wards electing a total of 67 councillors in the District.

In 2003 the ward elected a member of the British National Party.

The wards elect in thirds on a four yearly cycle.

Each ward elects two members, The mayor is elected in a citywide vote.