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Monksilver Parish Council Roles and Responsibilities
The Parish Council has responsibility for local issues, including setting an annual precept (local rate) to cover the Parish Council’s operating costs and producing annual accounts for public scrutiny
The Parish Council evaluates local planning applications, as necessary with Exmoor National Park and Somerset Council officers
The Parish Council liaises with the local police and neighbourhood watch groups on matters of crime, security, and traffic management
The Parish Council lobbies Somerset Council on the maintenance, repair, and improvement of highways, drainage, footpaths, public transport, and street cleaning
The Parish Council is a voice for the Parish on conservation matters (including trees and listed buildings) and environmental issues
