We want to hear your views on whether the parish boundary of Bridport, particularly the part with Symondsbury Parish Council, should change. This includes the land where the Vearse Farm development is proposed.
Review underway
West Dorset District Council is carrying out a Community Governance Review to decide whether any changes should be made to the boundaries of Bridport Town Council.
Local councillors representing Bridport and Symondsbury will work together to come up with recommendations to the district council’s Strategy Committee.
The council has to make sure that community governance within the area will:
(a) be reflective of the identities and interests of the community in that area; and
(b) be effective and convenient
But your views will be taken into account before any decisions are made.
How do I have my say?
Whether you’re a resident, part of an organisation or business (or all three) you’re invited to have your say on the review.
Read the Terms of Reference and Introduction to the Review and Initial Submissions document for more information.
Then send your comments by email to [email protected]
Or, write to Bridport Community Governance Review, Democratic and Electoral Services, West Dorset District Council, South Walks House, South Walks Road, Dorchester DT1 1UZ.
Please make clear whether you are responding as an individual or representing an organisation or group.
All comments must be submitted by 4 July 2018.
Next steps
Stage 2 – we look at your feedback, and how this meets the requirements of relevant legislation and guidance
Stage 3 – we publish draft recommendations for future local governance arrangements which you have the chance to comment on
Stage 4 – we publish the final recommendations, taking into account any comments you make during the consultation on the draft recommendations
Stage 5 – we prepare and seal a Reorganisation Order putting into effect to any recommendations agreed as part of the Community Governance Review process.
