Parish Councils

Our Parish Councils

Each of the three Parish Councils is represented on the PACT Panel

• Cllr Rob Jones from Platt PC is our chairman
• Cllr Lottie Cook from Borough Green PC is vice chairman
• Cllr Robin Betts represents Wrotham PC

So what is a Parish Council?

A Parish Council's main duty is to represent local opinions to the authorities above. It has some statutory powers under the Local Government Act 1972. In Kent there are three tiers of local government - Kent County Council, District/Borough Councils and Parish Councils. Parish Councils are an essential part of the structure of local democracy and have a vital role in acting on behalf of the communities they represent

What do Parish Councils do?

     Parish councils have a number of basic responsibilities, such as:

• giving views on behalf of the community on planning applications and other proposals that affect the parish
• undertaking projects and schemes that benefit local residents
• working in partnership with other bodies to achieve benefits for the parish
• alert relevant authorities to problems that arise or work that needs to be undertaken

What powers do Parish Councils have?

They have a wide range of powers which essentially relate to local matters, such as looking after community buildings, open space, allotments, play areas, street lighting, bus shelters, seating, car parks and much more. 

Who are the Parish Councillors?

Each parish council comprises local residents who have an interest in their local village. They are elected and volunteer their time to attend the monthly parish council meetings and other committee meetings that they may be involved with.

How often do each of the parish councils meet?

They meet once a month, usually at the beginning of the month. Local people are always welcome.  

CONTACTS:

Wrotham PC website http://www.wrothampc.kentparishes.gov.uk/ 

Email :                    wrothamparishcncl@btinternet.com

St Mary's Platt website http://www.plattpc.kentparishes.gov.uk/

Email :                    clerk@plattpc.kentparishes.gov.uk

Borough Green PC Website http://www.boroughgreen.gov.uk/ 

Email :                    bgpc@lineone.net