Bury Council is the local authority serving the six towns of Bury, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Ramsbottom, Tottington and Whitefield. Based at Bury Town Hall, the council provides public services, practical support and information for residents, businesses and visitors across the borough. Its online services allow people to pay bills, submit applications and report local issues.

Residents can manage Council Tax, benefits, housing, waste and recycling, parking, roads and planning matters. The council also supports children and families, adult social care, health and wellbeing, education, schools, employment and skills, and cost-of-living needs. Services include safeguarding reports, housing advice, school admissions, Blue Badge applications, pest-control bookings and council job listings.

For businesses, Bury Council provides information on Business Rates, licensing and council-owned property. The authority also oversees libraries and archives, adult learning, leisure, parks, outdoor play areas, cultural events and tourist information. Through regeneration initiatives, including projects in Bury Market, Prestwich Village and Radcliffe, it works to support local places and communities.