Tamworth to explore setting up town council
BBCTamworth has become the second town in Staffordshire to propose setting up a new council, to coincide with the reorganisation of local government in the county.
Tamworth Borough Council asked people for their views on a potential town council, following a similar move by Stafford earlier in the year.
It would come into force in May 2028, when the existing borough is due to dissolved in favour of an as-yet-undecided unitary authority.
"By exploring the creation of a town council, local people can shape how governance arrangements are tailored to serve our community's needs both now and in the future," said the borough council's chief executive, Stephen Gabriel.
He described it as "an exciting step" for Tamworth and encouraged locals to get involved in a forthcoming consultation process.
The authority's community governance review is expected to take up to a year, with final recommendations presented to the full council for a decision.
If it is decided that a new town council should be established, its first elections would be held in May 2028 for an initial three-year term.
Residents, community organisations and other groups are being asked for their views on the proposals during a consultation which begins in late June.
What is a parish or town council?
A parish or town council is the most local tier of government and may deliver a range of services.
These could include managing parks and running events as well as making representations on planning decisions and other local issues.
They are funded through an additional council tax charge, known as a precept.
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