Confirmation that the period of Public Rights, during which any person has the right to inspect and make copies of the accounting records for the 2024/25 financial year, will take place from 18th June 2025 to 29th July 2025.

You can find The Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) under Parish Council/Finance/Audits

A Notice of Public Rights for a parish council informs residents of their right to inspect the council's accounting records for a specific period.This period, typically 30 working days, allows residents to review the council's financial records, including the Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR), and ask questions.The notice must be published, often on the council's website and in public places, and include the specific dates for the inspection period.

Key aspects of the Notice of Public Rights:

Purpose:To inform residents of their right to inspect the parish council's financial records.

Inspection Period:A 30 working day period for inspecting the accounts, including the AGAR.

Right to Question:Residents can ask questions about the accounting records during the inspection period.

Right to Copies:Residents can also request copies of the accounting records during the inspection period, potentially incurring a copying charge.