OUR COUNCILLORS

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 THE ROLE OF A PARISH COUNCILLOR

The main role of a Parish Councillor is to represent the views of all residents within the Parish and to listen to,

and understand, the views and needs of different groups in the community (such as young and older people).

As a Councillor, there is a responsibility to be well-informed, especially about diverse local views.

Councillors cannot assume that they represent the interests of electors without consulting them.

Parish Councillors are elected representatives, not volunteers or employees, and serve for a 4 year term,

unless co-opted or elected in a bye-election when they serve until the next election.

They must apply the law and comply with the Code of Member Conduct.

Councillors contribute to the work of the Council by suggesting ideas, influencing policy,

engaging in constructive debate and by responding to the needs and views of the community.

Councillors comment on proposals to ensure the best outcome and vote to enable the Council to make decisions.

Individual Parish Councillors cannot make decisions on behalf of the Council, but they can actively lead and engage with local projects.

Parish Councillors have no powers outside of the Council meeting.

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