The Wetherby ward of Leeds City Council, including Clifford, also comes within the part of the city covered by the North East (Outer) Area Committee.  Its membership includes the three city councillors for Wetherby ward. 
The committee has a role in the delivery of some council services in the locality and has resources to assist with projects of benefit to the local communities which it serves.  The committee has set up a local forum on which there are representatives of the parish councils.  Clifford is represented by Cllr Fawcett.

The Area Committee office can be contacted on 0113 336 7644.