House of Commons · Petition P002899
Morecambe Town Council
18 January 2024
Presented 1 time by 0 MPs
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At a glance
This petition concerning morecambe town council was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.
Issue summary
The petitioners of Morecambe are concerned about a 231% increase in the parish precept by Morecambe Town Council, which has created a £1 million slush fund without a full referendum.
Action requested
The House of Commons should urge the Government to review the increase and cap future large rises in Council Tax for parish councils without a formal referendum.
Key facts
- 3,919 responses from Morecambe, over a quarter of households
- 231% rise in parish precept for 2023-24
- Creation of £1 million slush fund by the Council
- Request to return the amount to constituents either through freezing future council tax or other mechanisms
Presentation timeline
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Presented 18 January 2024
No presenters recorded for this presentation.