Parish Council

History and Purpose of the Parish Council

The Parish Council was formed in 1894 and records have been made in Minute Books of every meeting held up to the present day.

The Council consists of 7 members who elect their Chairman each year and all serve for a term of 4 years after which they have to stand for re-election. Anyone who is on the electoral roll, is 18 and over & has lived, worked or owned property in the village for at least 12 months is eligible to stand. The Clerk, Phil Himbury, will provide further details.

The Council has a Precept - an allocation of money from the District Council- which covers the cost of running the Council & the Clerk’s salary plus insurance & affiliation fees- and may spend it on improving amenities in the village. Councillors are unpaid.

If you have any ideas or suggestions about the village please contact any Councillor or preferably the Clerk.

Gordon Ascroft MBE

Chairman

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