These functions relate principally to highways matters. Where a district council acts on behalf of a county council the agency agreement determines the powers of control and supervision which the county council will have. The county council has, however, no general right or duty to supervise the district councils in its area. There needs, nevertheless, to be a close working relationship between the county and district councils. The policies of each will impact on the functions of the other.
Many activities also overlap.
It is expected to voice the views of the community it represents. It also nominates people to sit on outside bodies. The town and parish council is frequently expected to take a lead within its community on projects for the benefit of that community. The county council recognises the importance of this local role and has a joint liaison committee with Buckinghamshire parishes to consider issues of mutual concern. There is a separate list of the main functions of county, district and town and parish councils for reference.