The Problem
Parish councils must adhere to specific notice periods for meetings. One such requirement is the three clear days notice. This can lead to confusion, particularly regarding what constitutes a clear day and how to meet the statutory obligations.
How It Works
The three clear days notice is mandated by the Local Government Act 1972. According to Section 101, a meeting must be called with at least three clear days notice. This means that the notice period does not include the day of the meeting itself or the day the notice is issued. For example, if a meeting is scheduled for a Thursday, the notice must be issued by the end of Monday to meet this requirement.
It is important that the notice is properly served to all council members and made available to the public. This can include posting the notice on the council's website and in public places. The notice should detail the date, time, and location of the meeting, as well as the agenda items to be discussed.
Getting Started
To effectively manage the three clear days notice requirement, councils can utilise Clerkly. The platform helps in scheduling meetings and automatically calculates the notice periods. This ensures that all statutory obligations are met without the need for manual tracking.
For more information on how Clerkly can assist your council with meeting records, you can create an account here.
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