Following the resignation of two parish councillors, ten local government electors requested that the vacancies be filled through a by-election rather than by co-option. The by-election attracted one candidate for the two available seats. As only one valid nomination was received before the close of nominations, the election was uncontested and Tom Reynolds was duly […]
Following requests from ten electors, the Returning Officer has today published a Notice of Election for the election of two Parish Councillors for Kingsley Parish Council. Nomination papers must be submitted by 4.00pm on Friday 17 July 2026. If the election is contested, polling day will take place on Thursday 13 August 2026. Serving as […]
Kingsley Parish Council has formally published a Notice of Casual Vacancies following the declaration of two vacancies on the Council. The notice was issued on 16 June 2026 in accordance with Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972. When a vacancy arises on a parish council, legislation provides an opportunity for local electors to […]
Kingsley Parish Council has approved a new Enhanced Village Environment Programme as part of its continued commitment to protecting, maintaining and improving the appearance of the parish. As local government services continue to face increasing financial pressures, Kingsley Parish Council has sought to take a proactive role in protecting the quality of the village environment […]
You may notice some tree works taking place over the coming weeks at Kingsley Playing Fields and Kingsley Cemetery. These works follow an independent tree survey undertaken by a local contractor and are part of the Councilโs routine responsibility to keep our public spaces safe for everyone who uses them. Trees are a hugely important […]
Kingsley Parish Council has approved its budget and precept for the 2026/27 financial year. The Council is required to set a balanced annual budget to deliver local services and meet its statutory responsibilities. Funding is generated through a combination of the parish precept, cemetery fees, investment income, grants and other sources of funding. The approved […]
Kingsley Parish Council is pleased to confirm a programme of Village Volunteer Days, bringing residents together to help care for and improve our shared spaces across the year. Volunteer sessions will take place five times in 2026 – March, May, July, September and November –ย running from 9.30am to 12.30pm, with volunteers meeting at the Community […]
Community Speed Watch volunteers were out on Mill Lane during a recent afternoon session, continuing their work to promote safer driving through the village. During the session, a total of 111 vehicles were recorded passing the monitoring point. Of these, 17 vehicles (around 15%) were travelling at speeds above 34mph in what is a 30mph […]
Kingsley Parish Council is thrilled to thank Cascades Ltd (the new bathroom design studio & showroom in the village) for their ยฃ200 donation. Cascades only opened its showroom doors this summer, and has wasted no time in diving headfirst into community spirit by sponsoring this yearโs Christmas tree. Business owner, Rory, has shared โweโve been […]