Large-scale development can bring significant investment into an area, but are parish and town councils and their communities receiving the benefits they are entitled to? Through mechanisms such as the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and Section 106 agreements, development can help fund vital local infrastructure, services and facilities. Yet communities, particularly in rural and parish areas, can struggle to see where this money goes, how it is spent and whether it is delivering the improvements promised.
This event will explore how the system works, where it can fall short and what parish and town councils can do to ensure their communities benefit from development. Our speakers will examine the challenges surrounding CIL and Section 106 contributions, including why funding can go untracked or unspent, and what councils can do to improve transparency and accountability.
The event will also consider the implications of new mayoral powers under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026, exploring what these changes could mean for local decision-making and the ability of parished communities to secure investment from development.
You'll gain a better understanding of the funding mechanisms available, how to engage with the organisations responsible for administering them and how to make sure your community's voice is heard in decisions that affect its future.
NB: NALC reserves the right to change the programme at any time.
