This volume codifies the rules governing church representation and administration within the Church of England as of its publication date, with updates noted for May 2001. Authored by Church House Publishing, it serves as an authoritative reference for the legal and procedural framework of church governance. The text details essential processes for maintaining membership records, conducting annual meetings, and managing various church councils and synods.

This book is regarded as a foundational text for those involved in the administrative and representative functions of the Church of England. Its detailed coverage of electoral rolls, meetings, and synod elections makes it an indispensable resource for clergy and lay officials alike. The inclusion of rules as of May 2001 ensures its relevance for a specific period of church governance. The authority perspective suggests this is a practical, procedural manual rather than a theological treatise.