ABOUT

Here at Little Ribston Parish Council, we are driven by a single goal; to do our part in making the village of Little Ribston a better place for all.

THE ROLE OF THE PARISH COUNCIL

The role of the Parish Council is to represent the interests of the whole community.

It is part of local government supporting the democratic process.

Local Councils provide a focus for the community to identify concerns and projects,

and endeavour to solve them locally themselves.

The Parish Council is a corporate body, and a legal entity, separate from that of

its Members, and is accountable to the local community.

Its decisions are the responsibility of the whole body and are made collectively and by majority.

A Parish Council is an elected body in the first tier of local government.

Elections take place every 4 years.

Parish Councils have the legal power to take action, but they have very few duties and greater freedom to choose what action to take. They can play a vital part in representing the interests of the communities they serve and improving the quality of life and the local environment.

Little Ribston Parish Council

Working Towards a Brighter Future

At Little Ribston Parish Council we have a variety of powers and duties, all of which impact directly on the community.

WHAT WE DO

PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS

The central function of the Council, the making of local decisions and policy relevant to the public interest of the parish, is performed at the meetings of the Council. A Parish Council must hold an annual meeting and at least three others during the year. An extraordinary meeting may be called at any time by the chairman or members, but due notice must be given.

PARISH FINANCES

The Parish Council has been granted powers by Parliament including the

authority to raise money through taxation - the precept,and a range of powers to spend public money.

The Parish Council manages the finances of the Parish, setting a budget and maintaining services.

The Parish Council is an employer. The Parish Clerk works for and with the Council to action its decisions.

WORKING WITH HARROGATE BOROUGH COUNCIL

Other tiers, known as principal councils or authorities, have many
legal duties to deliver services such as education, housing, town and country planning,transport,
environmental health and social services.
The Parish Council liaises with Harrogate Borough Council to improve the living and working environment for our community.

HOW CAN WE HELP?

Local Councils provide a focus for the community to identify concerns and projects, and endeavour to solve them locally themselves. If you have an issue and would like to discuss it with the Parish Council or would like us to help in some way please get in touch.

Please note the Clerk works 9-11am Monday