Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 34862
Parish and Town Councils
Tabled: 3 March 2025
Answered: 7 March 2025
Question
Kevin Hollinrake
Conservative — Thirsk and Malton
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what processes and procedures apply to town and parish councils who are unable to set a balanced budget; and what guidance has been issued on town and parish council finances.
Answer
Jim McMahonTown and parish councils are legally required to set a balanced budget each year. To do so, they charge a precept equalling the difference between their expected annual expenditure and income. All smaller authorities must undergo an annual external audit ...
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