This Breed Council is made up of representatives from each of the 6 UK Cairn Terrier Breed Clubs.  Its objectives are;

1. To provide a mechanism for the member clubs to work co-operatively for the benefit of the breed.
2. To be a strong and united voice in making proposals to the Kennel Club and to be a respected forum whose opinion on breed matters is sought by the Kennel Club.
3. To make recommendations to the KC Board as regards the Kennel Club Standard of the Breed and regarding applications to register new Breed Clubs.
4. To promote the effective education and training of judges, at all levels, for the breed.
5. To compile annually, or as required, common Breed Club/Council Judges Lists.
6. To promote the health and welfare of the breed.
7. To consider matters referred to it by KC Board and the Breed Clubs.