Author: Canonsleigh Residents Association

Burlescombe Parish Council indicated at it’s 6 January 2025 meeting, that the parish precept could potentially increase by at least 107.47% (See: YouTube) for the 2025/2026 financial year. This increase, if approved, would set the precept at at least £25,000. For reference, the year-on-year changes in the precept over recent years are as follows:

The agenda and minutes for this meeting are available on the Burlescombe Parish Council website. Staying informed is vital for effective local participation. The council’s website provides access to key documents and information, ensuring transparency and accountability in local governance. Visit the Burlescombe Parish Council Website to review the agenda and minutes: Burlescombe Parish Council…

A Parish Meeting will be held on 17 January 2025 at 18:00 in the Burlescombe and Westleigh Community Hall, open to all registered voters of the parish. This meeting, convened under Schedule 12, Part III, paragraph 15(1)(d) of the Local Government Act 1972, has been called by six electors of the parish: [REDACTED]. It should…

Nomination forms for the upcoming Parish Election can be obtained from the Returning Officer at Mid Devon District Council, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6PP. For assistance, contact elections@middevon.gov.uk or call 01884 255255 and ask for Electoral Services. The Returning Officer can help prepare your nomination form if needed. Completed nomination forms must…

We have been informed that a formal request was submitted to the Parish Council on 29 December 2024 for a Parish Meeting to discuss the setting of the precept in its entirety. This meeting has been requested under Schedule 12, Part III, paragraph 15(1)(d) of the Local Government Act.