Tutbury Parish Council

Tutbury is a large picturesque village in Staffordshire, it is known for the remains of a medieval Castle. It is a thriving community with a population of around 3500. Currently we have 11 councillors.

A councillor’s role is voluntary and involves attending meetings to discuss parish matters. The clerk is the only paid employee. Parish councils are the first tier of Local Government to ensure that community needs and services are met. Tutbury Parish Council works with the East Staffordshire Borough Council and Staffordshire County council in representing the local issues.

Governance and Administration

Tutbury Parish Council strives to comply with current legislation in their role in local government this includes:

  • Commenting on planning applications and Local Plan policies
  • Liaising with the council Borough and County council on matters relating to housing, the environment, local services, speeding and parking around Tutbury
  • Managing public money attained through the precept and ensuring that this is spent under current powers of the council

Current facilities that Tutbury Parish Council provides and are involved in:

  • Provision of the changing rooms and football pitch at Cornmill Lane
  • Maintenance of parish footpaths and the closed churchyard
  • Provision of Ferrers Avenue Playing Field
  • Community projects and initiatives, supports community events and organisations through a grant awarding scheme
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Public Notices

Parish Councillor Vacancy

Published: September 24, 2024

Parish Councillor Vacancy

 

Tutbury Parish Council have a vacancy for a Parish Councillor. If you are interested and can answer yes to the following questions. Please contact the Clerk for further details.

ARE YOU….?

Over 18 and on the electoral register
A resident of the parish for which you are standing?
Able to attend regular evening meetings?
Interested in local issues and things which affect people.
Keen to improve the local environment and quality of life?
Have an understanding and willingness to represent the views of the whole community?

Computer Literate and able to communicate electronically?

Interested in learning and developing your role in the community?

 

Role  Parish Councillor
Responsible to  

All people resident within the Parish

Regular liaison

 

with Other councillors, local authorities, residents
Period of service  Four years with possible extension.
Salary  This  position is unpaid.

Main purpose

Representing the views of all residents within your parish.

Secondary purpose

·         As part of a local council you will have responsibility for running local services which may include: open spaces, sports facilities, and potentially much more.

·         Deciding on how much to raise through the council tax to deliver your council’s services.

·         Influencing and shaping the long-term development policy for the parish, and as part of the planning process, comment on planning applications in the parish.

·         Improve the quality of life and the environment in their local area.

·         Working to identify issues which are important to the lives of the residents you represent.

·         Working to bring about improvements through local projects, lobbying other service providers and working in partnership with other parishes and agencies.

Support and training

Training and advice for parish councillors is provided by the Staffordshire Parish Council Association (SPCA).

How to apply.

If you are interested please email the clerk for an application form. theclerk@tutburyparishcouncil.co.uk

 

Application form

Tutbury Speed Watch

Published: July 25, 2024

Volunteer Opportunity: Speed Watch Volunteers Needed

Tutbury Parish Council is currently looking for volunteers to join our Community Speed Watch program. This initiative allows members of the public to become Police Volunteers and help record vehicles that exceed the speed limit.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please call Michelle at 01785-232702 or email CSW@staffordshire.police.uk. You can also find more information on our website:

Our Speed Watch group is launching a new speed awareness campaign and we need your support. To get involved, please complete a sign-up sheet.

All new volunteers must attend a training session to join the Tutbury Team.

Thank you for your continued support and participation.

Speed Watch Leaflet Speed watch Poster

The Council

The Tutbury Parish Council consists of up to eleven elected councillors who server for four years and meet on a monthly basis.

The Council

News & Events

Keep up with all the latest news and events in and around Tutbury. This section is updated regularly.

News & Events

Parish Information

Details on all the local groups, community projects and services including Health, Schools, Churches and more.

Parish Information

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