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VACANCIES FOR PARISH COUNCILLORS

There remains one vacancy on the Parish Council following the recent co-options.  This is a fabulous way to get involved with your community and help to make Beachamwell a better place.  The Parish Clerk is Sarah Hunt and would be very happy to hear from you – as would any sitting Councillor – to explain slightly more about what is involved.

There are no particular skill sets necessary, just a willingness to represent the Parish, and training and support is available for anyone who wishes to get involved.

Beachamwell

The village of Beachamwell lies at the edge of the Brecks in Norfolk. With a population of about 340 it is situated 5 miles from Swaffham and 10 miles from Downham Market – the nearest railway station.  At its heart stands the ancient round-towered church of St Mary’s.  As well as Beachamwell itself the parish also includes the hamlets of Shingham and Drymere.

What does your Parish Council do?

Our role is to represent the village on a variety of matters, for example

  1. planning applications
  2. road and footpath maintenance.

We are the most local unit of government and have the power to raise money (the precept) through the council tax system.  In practice we focus on local community, environmental and amenity issues.

Our meetings are held every two months in Beachamwell Memorial Village Hall.  Members of the public are very welcome to attend and can speak during the open session at each meeting.  At other times please feel free to contact us with your views, concerns or for advice.

Generally the clerk to the Council is the first point of contact but any councillor may be contacted at any times.  Contact details are to be found under ‘Council’ on this website.

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