New Parish Councils Set Up in Loughborough and Broadnook

Charnwood Borough Council just approved two new parish councils — one for Loughborough and another for Broadnook — to boost local democracy and streamline governance, sparking community excitement and a modest council tax hike of $10 to $30 annually to fund setup costs and staffing. With 25 councillors planned for Loughborough (soon to become a town council) and 12 for Broadnook, the move signals a broader trend across towns like Melton and Coalville, all aiming to empower residents with stronger, more responsive local representation. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99bbcca99d3fb4ad