Frequently asked questions

Great Wakering Parish Council looks after a range of local services and facilities including the village allotments, parish burial ground, parish clock, duck pond, bus shelters and various areas of street lighting. The Council also funds grounds maintenance of St Nicholas churchyard and supports community projects through grants and local initiatives.

There are thirteen Parish Councillors, elected to represent the community across three wards. Councillors are volunteers who work to improve local services and represent the interests of residents.

The Parish Council Office is located in Little Wakering Hall Lane.
Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 12 noon (excluding Bank Holidays).

If you need to speak to the Clerk, please make an appointment to ensure availability.

Yes. All Parish Council and committee meetings are open to the public unless otherwise stated. A short public forum is usually included at the start of each meeting to allow residents to raise matters of local interest.

Agendas, minutes and supporting documents are published on this website, usually a few days before the meeting. They are also available on request from the Parish Council Office.

It depends on the type of issue:

Streetlighting (Parish-owned columns) – contact the Parish Council.

Highways, potholes, road signs, pavements – report via Essex County Council.

Fly-tipping, waste, public toilets – report to Rochford District Council.

If you’re unsure who is responsible, the Parish Office can point you in the right direction.

Application forms and guidance are available on the website under Policies & Documents. Grants are awarded to community groups and organisations that benefit residents of Great Wakering.

The Parish Council manages allotments in the village. Availability varies throughout the year. Please contact the Parish Clerk to join the waiting list or check for vacant plots.

The Council has a formal Complaints Policy, which is available online. You can submit a complaint in writing or by email to the Clerk.

Vacancies are advertised on the website and in Parish Council notices. If a seat becomes vacant mid-term, it may be filled by election or co-option. Anyone interested in serving the community is encouraged to apply.

Annual accounts, AGAR reports, internal audit reports and statutory notices are available under the Public Notices section. Policies and governance documents are listed under Council Policies.

The Parish Council is responsible for the management and upkeep of the burial ground, including maintenance of pathways, grass cutting and general upkeep.