Brighton and Hove City Council is the local authority responsible for the governance of the city of Brighton and Hove in England. It was formed in 1997 when the two towns of Brighton and Hove were merged into a single city. The council is responsible for providing various services, including education, housing, and transportation, to the local community. The council consists of elected representatives known as councillors, who make decisions on behalf of residents. It operates under a democratic system, allowing citizens to participate in local governance through elections and public consultations.