Creating a better community for all of us
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Who we
The Parish Council is the first tier of Local Government and is here for the community of Yarnton.
Up to ten Councillors serve on the Parish Council and give their time. Click here
to see the list of our members.
The Parish Council normally meet on the second Wednesday of each month, with the exception of August when there is no meeting. All meetings are held in Yarnton Village Hall and begin at 6.30pm. Click here
to visit our meetings page and find out more.
"Yarnton Parish Council actively supports the community, maintains local amenities, protects green spaces and works hard to enhance village life for all its residents."
Fiona Mawson
Vice Chairman
What we do
We are dedicated to serving the residents of Yarnton through transparent governance, community engagement, and sustainable initiatives. Our values of integrity, respect, and collaboration guide our efforts as we work to enhance the quality of life for all residents.
Become a Councillor
Are you passionate about your community?
Do you want to help make a long-lasting change?
Do you have innovative ideas for Yarnton?
Do you have concerns about a specific issue and want to do something about it?
Make a change and become a councillor.
If you would like to discover what is involved in being a councillor please get in touch with the Clerk, or attend one of the monthly Parish Council meetings to find out more.
Public accountability
Governance and accountability for parish councils involves ensuring that public money is used properly, and that public business is conducted in a lawful and appropriate manner.
Parish councils are required to demonstrate their compliance with legal and financial regulations, and to be transparent with their constituents. Parish Council governance documents set out how the council will operate within its discretionary powers.
To find out more about our policies and governance, click on the below link.
Public funding
Parish Councils are funded from the Precept, which is a tax, included within the Council Tax paid by residents to Cherwell District Council, which enables the Parish Council to perform its functions.
To find out more about how the Parish Council is funded, and how it budgets and spends money just click the below link to find out more about finance and transparency.
Annual Parish Meeting
Each year, between March 1 and June 1 the Parish Council hold an Annual Parish Meeting which is open to all residents to attend.
The Annual Parish Meeting is an open forum for registered electors of Yarnton to discuss local issues and have your say on parish affairs. The APM is a chance for the Parish Council to explain its activities and plans for the year, and for residents to raise concerns and ask questions. Anyone can attend the meeting, but only registered electors can speak and vote.
To find out more about our meetings, just click the below link.
Get in touch –
To contact any of the Yarnton Parish Councillors, please contact the Parish Clerk, David Thornhill via the 'contact us'
page.
Attend a Council meeting
On the second Wednesday of each month the Parish Council meets to make decisions about issues related to Yarnton. You'd be welcome to attend.
Book a meeting with the Parish Clerk
If you'd like to meet with the Clerk to the Council, you can book a meeting by sending an email with your address and contact details.
Have your say
Every four years, the Parish Council holds a vote for its members. Have your say about who represents you by voting.
