Welcome to the Leigh on Mendip Parish Council Members’ Handbook. This handbook has been prepared to provide information for new and current Councillors outlining their role and duties as well as providing information for the public.
Contact Information for the Parish Clerk:
Telephone: 07518 710688. Email: parish.clerk@leigh-on-mendip.org.uk
Councillors and Wards
The Councillors, their contact details can be found on the Councillor details page
The Ward Councillors are Barry Clarke and Phillip Ham- Somerset Councillors.
Councillors agree to work under the Councillor Code of Conduct and are guided by the Good Councillor Guides produced by NALC.
Good Councillors Guide (General)
Good Councillors Guide Finance and Transparency
Good Councillors Guide Neighbourhood Planning
Good Councillors Guide Transport Planning
Good Councillors Guide Community Business
Good Councillors Guide Cyber Security
A Councillors Guide on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
All About Local Councils – This booklet has a slightly more urban slant and while aimed at a more urban audience is still relevant as a resource to all local councils. There are two brand new case studies and the booklet gives simplified explanations about the role and work of local councils and their Councillors, explains the electoral process and provides a number of case studies highlighting the work of a selection of local councils.
It Takes All Sorts – This booklet highlights the difference you can make by representing your community on your local council. It explains the role of local councils and local Councillors and explains how you can get involved. The booklet also features the thoughts of current Councillors from around the country explaining a little about why they represent their communities.
Declaration of Personal and Prejudicial Interests
Planning
All information can be found of the Planning Applications Page, this also includes a link to the Planning Portal
Finance Documents
All financial documents can be found on the Finance Page, this includes the Annual Budget, Asset List, Annual Governance and Accountability Return and details on the Inspection of Accounts.
Information on Grants including the application form can be found on the Grants Policy
Governance Documents
The Councils Standing Orders, Financial Regulations and other policies can be found on the Policies Page