An election has been called for the West Ward of Cheadle, according to the Cheadle Town Council meeting yesterday. The date is provisionally booked for the 16th of April, and polling is likely to be in two of our three primary schools. The Town Council has voted not to use polling cards, and at this time, does not plan to inform members of the public how they might go about standing for the election. Democratic Services at SMDC told COGNEWS that nominations for candidates wil

Town and parish councils across the UK provide low-level public services and have an important role to play in informing and influencing larger councils. They are often also allowed to do anything any reasonable person might and have the capacity to widely influence their specific area. Their work matters, and it is paid for from your council taxes. Town & Parish clerks are employed by the council to ensure the work gets done and the legal framework is maintained. Former Coun