parish council
Britishnoun
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Pauline Porter, chair of the parish council, says people left the village after 70 properties were damaged during a storm and tidal surge in December 2013.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2025
The BBC spoke to Jackie Weaver, the parish council clerk from Cheshire who shot to fame during lockdown when she appeared in a meeting that spiralled into chaos.
From BBC ● Feb. 25, 2025
"We thought it would bankrupt the parish council but the county council has agreed to cover the cost, so at least we won't lose the park."
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2025
The parish council is also engaged in legally "non-compliant" disciplinary action against a councillor on the authority.
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2025
A parish council may, by agreement, acquire an interest in it, and may make by-laws for its regulation under the Local Government Act 1894.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" by Various
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