Political Control
Since the first election to the council in 1973 political control of the council has been held by the following parties:
| Party in control | Years |
|---|---|
| Independent | 1973 - 1979 |
| No overall control | 1979 - 1983 |
| Conservative | 1983 - 1991 |
| No overall control | 1991 - 1999 |
| Conservative | 1999 - present |
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