Council Powers, Processes & Regulations
The powers that parish councils can exercise
The document below lists the powers that parish councils have under law. It is from the National Association of Local Councils.
Parish Council Powers (PDF, 59 Kb)
Council processes & regulations
The structure, staffing and operation of Woodhouse Parish Council is explained on the Council Administration page. On this page are several documents that guide the Council's work.
Standing Orders describe how the Council will conduct its business.
The Code of Conduct describes the standards to which every councillor subscribes when they take office.
The Financial Regulations sets out the way in which the Council manages its finances. Its money comes from two main sources: an amount from your council tax known as the Precept, and income from hiring out the buildings. In addition, the council applies for grants for particular projects that would benefit the community, and it also has the power to apply for loans from a special Government fund.
Standing Orders Reviewed June 2024 (PDF, 306 Kb)
Members' Code of Conduct Reviewed 2024 (PDF, 219 Kb)
Financial Regulations Reviewed May 2024 (PDF, 212 Kb)