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Parish polls
This consultation seeks views on our proposals to modernise parish polls.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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A parish poll allows for a ballot of local government electors in the parish to be called on any question arising at a parish meeting.
The consultation seeks the views of the public, local authorities and the parish sector on:
- the trigger (the number or proportion of electors required to demand a poll)
- the voting arrangements for parish polls
- the questions on which a poll can be held
- consequential related matters
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