Community Governance Review

Look out for our Community Governance Review second consultation later this summer.

You may have seen that we began a District‑wide Community Governance Review in February. This is a process councils carry out to make sure people can comment on and shape how their local communities are represented. The aim is to ensure that parish arrangements remain effective and efficient and reflect the needs and identity of your local communities. This process gives you the opportunity to share your views.

First consultation

The first consultation ran from 9 May to 22 June and asked for comments on the current arrangements. We are grateful to everyone who took the time to respond.

Using this feedback, the Governance Committee will approve draft recommendations at their meeting on 22 July.

A second consultation on these will take place later this summer. The Committee will then review all comments before agreeing the final recommendations.

Any proposed changes will be presented to Full Council, which will likely take effect from 1 April 2027.