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Transparency

The transparency code for smaller authorities came into force on 1 April 2015 and requires smaller councils with an annual turnover not exceeding £25,000, to publish certain financial and administrative information online and make it available to the public.

The aim of this is to provide taxpayers with a clear picture of the authority’s activities, spending and governance. It also hopes to improve the ability of communities to hold local public bodies to account.

All local councils with a turnover not exceeding £25,000, such as the Cholmondeley and Chorley Parish Council, are required to be compliant.

The financial and administrative information which should be published annually and not later than July 1 includes:

  • All items of expenditure above £100
  • End of year accounts
  • Annual governance statement
  • Internal audit report
  • Details of public land and building assets

Select from the TRANSPARENCY menu above, which is organised by year, to view the relevant set of data.

The information which should be published also includes:

  • List of a councillor or member responsibilities (this information can be found on the Councillor element of the website).
  • Minutes, agendas and meeting papers of formal meetings. Select from the THE COUNCIL menu or from the MEETINGS menu above respectively, to view this information.

Statement from Parish Council: Commitment to Transparency and Community Representation

The Parish Council acknowledges that, in recent years, there have been occasions where we have not fully met the stringent requirements set out by the governing body for transparency and compliance. Whist the financial records and meeting minutes from previous years accurately reflect the Council’s activities, there were delays in publishing some documents on the website in a timely manner.

We sincerely apologise if this has caused any concerns regarding the Parish Council’s operations.

Looking ahead, we are committed to ensuring that all future reporting and governance adhere strictly to the standards required of local councils. We are confident that timely and accurate information will be made available to the public moving forward.

We also encourage residents to get involved and help shape the future of our community by becoming Parish Councillors. Serving as a Councillor is a rewarding way to represent local interests and contribute to important decisions affecting the Parish. If you’re interested in joining the Council, please contact the Clerk for more information.

Additionally, we welcome all residents to attend Parish Council meetings, the dates of which are published on our website.

 


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