What will the new Canvey Island Parish council do?
They are an essential part of the structure of local democracy and have a vital role in acting on behalf of the communities they represent. They: • Give views, on behalf of the community, on planning applications and other proposals that affect the parish; • Undertake projects and schemes that benefit local residents; • Work in partnership with other bodies to achieve benefits for the parish; • Alert relevant authorities to problems that arise or work that needs to be undertaken; and • Help the other tiers of local government keep in touch with their local communities.
Related Questions
- Can the County Council choose to ignore the views of the District Council/Parish Council when deciding applications dealt with by the County Council?
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