South West Councils brings together 41 local authorities in the region to:

a)         provide a voice for constituent local authorities on major issues affecting the South West;

b)         influence Government policy as it affects the region;

c)         encourage partnership working between local authorities and other organisations and agencies in the South West on policy issues where a broader regional approach is required;

d)         promote the sharing of good practice; and

e)         Support councils through the delivery of the South West Improvement and Efficiency Partnership (SWIEP).