Madeley Parish Council

What is a Parish Council?

A Parish Council is a local authority whose members are elected by the electors in the Parish area. They serve for four years. Some Parish Councils are known as Town Councils. They all abide by the same legislation set out by Parliament.

What can Parish Councils do?

Parliament has given various powers to Parish Councils. These powers are wide ranging, and have recently been increased. They also act to represent residents of the parish on various issues, and with local businesses.

Where do Parish Councils get their Funding?

They may precept for a sum to be raised by the Borough Council as part of the Council Tax. They may also receive grants and income in other ways. They use this to help improve life for their local community in many ways.

About Madeley Parish Council

The council consists of 3 Wards - Cuckoo Oak, Madeley and Woodside. Elections to the Parish Council are held every 4 years. The total population of the area is some 18,000.

In 2007, Madeley Parish Council resolved to take up payment of the Parish Basic Allowance for its members. This was to cover costs incurred in carrying out the role of a councillor in representing their wards. The level of the Parish Basic Allowance is determined by an independent remuneration panel.

The Parish has seven paid staff. These consist of Parish Clerk, Deputy Parish Clerk, Project Manager, Services' Officer, Street Warden, Caretaker and Cleaner. They are all based at the Council offices in Jubilee House, High Street, Madeley.

What does Madeley Parish Council do?

The Parish Council provides a conduit for various complaints. They also lobby for improvements in highways, footpaths and road safety.

It is responsible for managing open spaces, allotment provision and public buildings. It can identify areas for small-scale environmental improvements. Representation is made to other local authorities where appropriate on planning and other matters. It is also able to provide grants to groups within the community.