Governance change newspaper notices
Changes to council governance arrangements must be advertised in a local newspaper. Enter your postcode to see your matched newspaper and price.
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The legal requirement
Under Section 9KC of the Local Government Act 2000, a local authority that passes a resolution to change its governance arrangements must publish a document setting out the change. This includes advertisement in at least one newspaper circulating in the area.
The notice must describe the current and proposed governance model, the reason for the change, and whether a local referendum is required. These changes affect how councils make decisions and exercise their functions.
Key points
- Covers changes between leader-cabinet, committee, and mayor-cabinet models
- Must state whether a referendum is required
- Typically published for two consecutive weeks
- Publication certificate provides evidence of compliance
What you receive
Everything you need to demonstrate compliance, delivered to your portal.
Proof PDF
A typeset proof of your notice for approval before publication.
Publication certificate
Confirming publication date, newspaper name, and notice content.
VAT invoice
Available in your portal immediately after payment.
Pricing
Price depends on notice size and your local newspaper's rate. Enter your postcode for an estimate.
All orders include a £35 platform fee
Frequently asked questions
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