Investing in Our Community: Understanding the Parish Council Budget for 2025/26

East Hunsbury Parish Council has a statutory duty to prepare a budget that forms the basis of our precept demand. This funding helps us deliver vital services, organise activities, and maintain facilities for the benefit of our community. Here's an overview of our plans for the 2025/26 financial year.

What is the Parish Precept?

The precept is the parish council's share of your Council Tax. West Northamptonshire Council collects this on our behalf, along with contributions for other services like Police and Fire. Your bill will clearly show how much of your Council Tax goes to the parish council.

How is the Budget Decided?

Budgeting for the community's needs involves careful planning and consultation. We consider current economic pressures, rising costs, and the need to maintain the high-quality services our residents value. For 2025/26, we've set a total budget expenditure of £416,331 and a precept demand of £369,181.

Where Does the Money Go?

Here's how we're investing in East Hunsbury this year:

What Does This Mean for You?

For a Band D property, the annual contribution to the parish precept will be £106.94—just 29 pence a day. This small daily amount supports community initiatives, events, and vital services.

Your Voice Matters!

We welcome your feedback and ideas for future initiatives. Join us at council meetings or share your thoughts online—we'd love to hear from you! Together, we can continue making East Hunsbury a great place to live, work, and visit.

Council Tax Support

You may be entitled to a reduction, discount, or exemption on your Council Tax. Visit West Northamptonshire Council's website to find out more: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/council-tax-reductions-discounts-and-exemptions