Resources

The guide explains what parish and town councils need to do to make their websites accessible and legally compliant.

We've partnered with the Centre for Ageing Better to create a practical guide to help parish and town councils create age-friendly places.

We have worked with the Local Government Association to deliver a national recruitment campaign to attract new talent to parish and town councils.

The updated digital edition of Local Councils Explained provides an overview of the functions and responsibilities of parish and town councils in England.

This guide helps parish and town councils navigate and understand the planning application process in England.

The guide is designed to help parish and town councillors support their council and communities in understanding their obligations and commitments with public money.

The guide is essential for all councillors, whether new, aspiring, or existing parish or town council members.

The guide gives practical guidance on recruiting and managing employees effectively and in compliance with employment legislation up to publication.

The publication provides a checklist of what parish and town councils should be able to do using the vast array of freely available digital mapping data.