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Effective Representation for Local Communities Report

Effective Representation for Local Communities   A functioning and effective local democracy requires a nuanced approach to the number of citizens councillors are required to represent. The councillor’s representative ratio influences the quality of democracy...

DISTRICT COUNCILS RESPOND TO PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT REPORT

DISTRICT COUNCILS RESPOND TO PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT REPORT Responding to a new independent report about the quality standard of homes delivered through certain permitted development rights for the change of use, Cllr Mark Crane, District Councils’ Network lead member...

Briefing Note: DCN Visitor Economy

Briefing Note: Support for the Visitor Economy, with a Focus on Rural and Coastal Areas   This DCN brief focuses on supporting the visitor economy, particularly in rural and coastal areas. It highlights key challenges facing the visitor economy as highlighted by...

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We are a cross-party network, providing a single national voice for our member councils

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