Transparency and Policy Documents

The Local Government Transparency Code 2015 (the code) came into effect on 1 April 2015. The code is issued by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government in exercise of powers under section 2 of the Local Government, Planning and Land Act 1980

This Policy formalises the process by which Compton Parish Council (the Council) will award a grant or provide a donation to various organisations. It will ensure access, openness and fairness for all.

Details of the council's owned assets.

This policy explains how the fixed assets of Funtington Parish Council will be recorded, managed, maintained, disposed of and reported on. It is designed to safeguard assets owned by the Parish Council.

These Financial Regulations govern the financial management of the council and may only be amended or varied by resolution of the council. They are one of the council’s governing documents and shall be observed in conjunction with the council’s Standing Orders.

The Annual Governance & Accountability Return (AGAR) is the document that is submitted by local councils presenting a summary of their audit and financial information.

The Council operates an overall system of internal control appropriate to its expenditure and activity. This includes an annual internal audit of its systems by an independent and competent auditor, whose findings/recommendations are reported to the Council.

Bank Reconciliations show whether the council's bank account statements match the accounting cashbook at the end of the financial year.

This document shows payments to local authorities for new developments in the local area

This is a document confirming that the accounts for the last accounting year have been published.

This is a certificate signed by an external auditor after a review of the AGAR.

This is a document explaining the rights the public have in being able to inspect the council's annual accounts.

This shows whether income or expenditure has gone up or down between two accounting years.

This is a document explaining the role and expected conduct of Councillors.

This policy explains what you should do if you have a complaint regarding the activities of the parish council and how we will respond to any complaints.

The Risk Management Policy highlights all known significant risks in terms of Council’s activities and makes clear how such risks will be managed.

This policy summarises the parish councils actions when dealing with vexatious complaints and behaviour by members of the public and other organisations

These notes explain how the parish council responds to SDNP planning applications allowing for the updated 28 day cut off for submissions

Policy detailing the council's responsibilities for retaining certain documents, and how long they should be retained.

This policy outlines the guidelines and responsibilities for the appropriate use of IT resources and email by council members, employees, volunteers and contractors

This policy outlines the acceptable use of WhatApp for internal communication within Compton Parish Council to ensure sound communication governance and effective dispute resolution

Written rules for the local council, confirming the procedures and procedural matters for meetings.

This details whether the council has signed the Civility and Respect pledge. This is a project between NALC, SLCC and OVW to help councils show their zero tolerance for bullying, harassment and intimidation in local councils.

Human Resources policies apply to all staff employed by the Parish Council