Unlike many towns and large villages across England, West Bridgford does not currently have a town or parish council. Local services and decisions are instead managed by Rushcliffe Borough Council and Nottinghamshire County Council.
A town or parish council is the most local level of elected government. It represents residents’ interests, manages local projects and facilities, and provides a direct voice for the community. It is also a statutory consultee for all planning decisions.
A local council could focus solely on West Bridgford’s needs, provide an additional democratic voice for residents, and take responsibility for local initiatives, services, facilities, and community projects.
Town and parish councils are funded through a small additional charge on council tax known as a precept. The amount would depend on the services and projects the council chooses to provide. Residents already pay an additional £67 charge (for a band D property) on their council tax for ‘West Bridgford Special Expenses’
Yes. Councillors would be elected by local residents in regular elections, giving the community a direct say in who represents them.