Introduction
West Itchenor Parish Council serves the residents of the parish by representing local interests, supporting community wellbeing, and ensuring transparent and responsible local governance. The council operates within the statutory framework of local government while maintaining a strong commitment to openness, accountability, and public engagement.
This website is provided to give residents and visitors clear access to information about the parish council’s role, activities, and decisions.
Role of the Parish Council
The parish council is the lowest tier of local government and is responsible for addressing matters that affect the parish at a local level. Its role includes representing community views, managing certain parish assets, responding to consultations, and working with district and county authorities on issues that impact the parish.
While the council aims to act in the best interests of residents, some services and decisions fall outside its authority. In such cases, the parish council acts as a local advocate and communication link.
Purpose of This Website
This website exists to provide accurate, accessible, and up-to-date information about parish council meetings, decisions, policies, and community matters. It is intended to support transparency and help residents understand how local governance operates.
All information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, or professional advice.
Accuracy of Information
The parish council makes reasonable efforts to ensure that information published on this website is accurate and current at the time of publication. However, no guarantee is given that all content is complete, error-free, or fully up to date at all times.
Content may be amended, updated, or removed without notice to reflect changes in policy, regulation, or circumstances.
Council Decisions and Official Records
All parish council decisions are made during properly convened meetings and recorded in official minutes. Any summaries or explanations provided on this website are intended to assist understanding but do not replace the official record.
In the event of any discrepancy, the formally approved council documents shall take precedence over website content.
External Links
This website may include links to external websites for convenience or reference. The parish council does not control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content, availability, or accuracy of external websites.
The inclusion of any external link does not imply endorsement of views, services, or information provided by third parties.
Community Contributions
Where community information or contributions are shared on this website, they are published in good faith. The parish council reserves the right to edit or remove content that is inaccurate, inappropriate, or inconsistent with the purpose of the website.
Opinions expressed by contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of the parish council.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the parish council accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website or reliance on its content. This includes indirect or consequential loss.
Users are responsible for verifying information where necessary and for seeking appropriate professional advice when required.
Website Availability
The parish council aims to keep this website available and accessible but does not guarantee uninterrupted access. Temporary unavailability may occur due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues beyond the council’s control.
Contact and Communication
Residents and visitors may contact the parish council using the contact details provided on this website. Communications are handled in accordance with applicable data protection, governance, and record-keeping requirements.