We are undertaking a review of Beckingham cum Saundby Parish Council. Documentation relating to this review, including the timetable can be found below.
Following a request for a review from Beckingham cum Saundy Parish Council the District Council considered a report on 18th September 2025 and approved the commencement of a Community Governance Review.
A report on the outcome of the initial consultation was presented to Council on 12th March 2026.
Members resolved to approve a second consultation on reducing the number of Parish Councillors on Beckingham cum Saundby Parish Council from 11 to 9, to take effect from the May 2027 elections.
How to take part
The first stage consultation is now closed.
The second stage consultation is now open. You can complete the survey online. The consultation closes on 11th May 2026.
If you need or would like a paper copy of the online survey please contact elections@bassetlaw.gov.uk or contact us on 01909 533 252.
Notice of review and the terms of reference
Timetable
| Stage | Date / Timetable | Outline of Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Commencement | 1st October 2025 | District Council publishes Notice and Terms of Reference |
| Initial consultation stage | 1st October - 26th November 2025 | Initial submissions invited consultation / representations |
| Consider submissions | Consideration of submissions received - draft recommendations prepared | |
| Draft recommendations published | 4th March 2026 | District Council publishes Draft Proposals and notifies stakeholders |
| Draft proposals considered by full Council | 12th March 2026 | Draft proposals to be considered by full Councils |
| Consultation on draft recommendations | 16th March 2025 - 11th May 2025 | Publish draft recommendations for further consultation |
| Proposed final recommendations drafted | Consideration of submissions received - final recommendations prepared | |
| Final recommendations published | 10th June 2026 | District Council publishes final Proposals and notifies stakeholders |
| Final recommendations considered by full Council | 18th June 2026 | Council resolves to make a Reorganisation Order |
| Order made | 1st September 2026 | Order made. Thereafter Council publishes the Reorganisation Order and requests the Electoral Commission to approve any consequential changes. |
| Effective date | May 2027 | Effective from the ordinary date of election 2027. |
A report on the final recommendations will be presented to Council on 18th June 2026 .
Last Updated on Friday, June 12, 2026