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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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​Below are some of the main policies and publications which govern how Burton Green Parish Council undertakes decisions and manages its finances, in addition to the various pieces of statute which determine our powers as a Council.
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Core documents:
Burton Green Parish Council Standing Orders  - adopted September 2021
Burton Green Parish Council Financial Regulations  - adopted July 2021
Burton Green Parish Council Code of Conduct - adopted September 2021


Council Policies:
Burton Green Parish Council Risk Assessment & Management Policy
Burton Green Parish Council Training & Development Policy

Burton Green Parish Council Equality Policy
Burton-Green-Parish-Council-Grant-Awarding-Policy-and-Form 2021

Burton Green Parish Council Financial Reserves Policy
Burton Green Parish Council Expenses Policy
Burton Green Parish Council Grievance Policy

Burton Green Parish Council Disciplinary Policy
Burton Green Parish Council Sickness and Absence Policy
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Burton Green Parish Council Councillor Co-option Policy

Burton Green Parish Council Complaints Procedure
Burton Green Parish Council System and Internal Control & Audit
Burton Green Parish Council Data Protection Policy
Burton Green Parish Council Data Breach Policy
Burton Green Parish Council General Privacy Notice
Burton Green Parish Council Document Retention Policy

Councillors' Disclosable Pecuniary Interest Forms: DPIs BGPC

Burton Green Parish Council has adopted the Information Commissioner's Model Publication Scheme and has published the following guide to information available under the scheme. We aim to publish as much information as we can on this website, however some items are only available in print. 

Under the terms of the Freedom of Information Act 2000, individuals and organisations may make a written request for information which they believe Burton Green Parish Council holds. For more information on how to submit such as request please see our Subject Access Request Procedure. You should be aware that the Council is legally entitled to withhold certain information.

Further Information:
The following publications produced by the National Association of Local Councils provide further information, and there is also a range of information on their website (www.nalc.gov.uk).
All About Local Councils – Download A booklet for anyone wanting to know more about parish, town, neighbourhood and community councils and the role of local councillors.
Good Councillor Guide – Download This is a training resource aimed at local councillors, but is also a helpful resource to anyone wanting to know more about the work of a councillor or thinking of becoming one.
Local Councils Charter – Download A Charter between all local parish and town councils within Warwickshire through the Warwickshire and West Midlands Association of Local Councils (WALC), the Principal Councils, the County Council and four District Councils in Warwickshire which have parishes.  It sets out how they aim to work together for the benefit of the local people.
It Takes All Sorts – Download A booklet highlighting the difference you can make by representing your community on your local council. It explains the role of local councils and local councillors and tells you how you can get involved. The booklet also features the thoughts of current councillors from around the country explaining a little about why they represent their communities. It makes it clear that people from all backgrounds and walks of life have made the journey to becoming a local councillor, and that so can you.  You may find this document useful if you are considering standing for your local council or if you are curious about the role of local councils and local councillors.
Pointers to Good Practice – Download A joint NALC/Commission for Rural Communities publication this guide book identifies good practice for local councils. The guide covers five main topic headings; Involving people and strengthening the community; Working on practical projects with local support; Co-operating with others; Influencing decisions that affect the community; and Building change that lasts.
What is Big Society – Download Features a series of essays by parliamentarians and other key thinkers on the concept of Big Society and the practical implications for localism
Localism Booklet – What is Localism – Download A pamphlet in which parliamentarians share their thoughts on Localism and what it means to local councils.
Localism in Practice 1 – Download  |  Localism 2 – Download  |  Localism 3 – Download A set of three pamphlets giving examples on how local councils are delivering for people and communities and what localism and the Big Society mean in practice ; looks at economy and recession, climate change and sustainability, digital inclusion and engagement, housing, young people, crime and safety and innovative practice.

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