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In 2025, we will commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the modern railway, a milestone in our national heritage.

A message for parish and town councils across England from CEO of Mumsnet

MHCLG launched on 18 December with the publication of the Devolution White Paper a consultation on standrads in public life and stronger sanctions.

The much anticipated white paper was published this week and has some encouraging hooks for local councils, but the devil will be in the detail as the proposals progress.

Message from Bruno Peek to Dorset Parish and Town Council Clerks

Don’t miss The Big Lunch webinar for councils and housing associations

Dorset Council wants to hear from town and parish councils on how they can better support them to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.

Sixty five delegates attended the online the 2024 AGM. This included guest speakers from both BCP and Dorset Councils.

Communities wishing to establish a new parish or town council or where existing local councils wish to make possible changes the following information is really important.

Hello Everyone

As you’ve seen from the title, the Parish Council Domains Helper Service is just reaching an important milestone - perfect timing for this newsletter.

This short consultation seeks views on the detail and practical implications of allowing remote and hybrid attendance and proxy voting at local authority meetings in England.

DAPTC Annual General Meeting - AGENDA | Saturday 23 November 2024 | 10:00am - 12:00 Noon