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POLICIES

 
Local Councils are statutory bodies established by law, meaning they must follow specific rules and procedures.

The term Local Council broadly refers to Parish Councils, Town Councils, Neighbourhood Councils, and Community Councils, all of which make up the first tier of local government.

Councils have defined legal powers that determine their responsibilities and limitations. These powers and duties are outlined in Acts of Parliament to ensure they operate within legal boundaries.

When a Councillor is elected or co-opted, they must complete a register of interest, which is publicly available for viewing on our website.

As a corporate body, the Council makes decisions collectively. A Parish Councillor’s primary responsibility is to serve their community while adhering to the Code of Conduct in their role. 
Blunsdon Parish Council's Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct for Parish Councillors, Volunteers and Staff

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Model standing orders
2025 Model standing orders

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Privacy Policy - Public Reviewed
2025 Privacy Policy for Public Data

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Retention policy
2025 Retention policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Equality & Diversity Policy
2025 Equality & Diversity Policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Finance Risk Policy
2025 Finance Risk Policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Internal control policy
2025 Internal control policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Cemetery Policy
2025 Cemetery Policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Guidance on gifts policy
2025 Guidance on gifts policy

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 ICO Data Cert
2025 ICO Data Cert

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 NALC Financial Model regulations
2025 NALC Model Financial regulations

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Financial internal controls
2025 Financial internal controls

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

2025 Neighbourhood CIL
2025 Neighbourhood CIL

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

Grants from Community Infrastructure Levy 2025
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a charge that local authorities can set on new development to raise funds to help fund the infrastructure, facilities and services in their area. Most new development which creates net additional floor space of 100 square metres or more, or creates a new dwelling, is potentially liable for the levy. Some developments may be eligible for relief or exemption from the levy. The 2024-25 report for Blunsdon can be found on the Finance page of our website.

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

Grant Policy 2025
Blunsdon Parish Council's criteria details & grant application form

Click to download. Last update 3 December 2025

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