Ashwell needs more Parish Councillors - Why?

The Government’s decision to replace District Councils by larger Unitary Authorities in 2027 will make Parish Councils even more important for ensuring local views and needs are:

• Reflected in how our own dedicated expenditure budget is created & managed.

• Communicated to the next layer of Government that will be less ‘local’ than now.

Ashwell Parish Council is pursuing projects that a Unitary Authority would be unlikely to:

• Upgrade / renewal the Pavilion on the Reco Upgrade / renewal of the Playground on the Rec

• Zero Carbon Ashwell initiative to reduce Ashwell’s reliance on CO2 generating gas and oil for heating, hot water and cars

• Maintenance of St Mary’s Churchyard, St Mary’s Clock, Rec Grounds, Cemetery, Springs etc

• Funding & creation of the annual Ashwell Yearbook

• Reflect local views on housing, speeding, maintenance of Ashwell services by the District or County Councils

• Neighbourhood Plan development & updates

Ashwell Parish Council is short of Councillors due to ageing and illnesses. BUT we can appoint new Councillors during the next 12+ months before the next formal Parish Council Election in May 2027. So why not try becoming a Councillor NOW?

For further details, please contact the Clerk at clerk@ashwell.gov.uk