Lynchmere Parish Council
Welcome to Lynchmere!
Lynchmere is a civil parish in the district of Chichester and the county of West Sussex. The parish includes the villages and communities of Lynchmere, Camelsdale and Hammer, partly set within the beautiful South Downs National Park.
A Parish Council is the first tier of local government serving the parish and working alongside Chichester District Council and West Sussex County Council. The Council is made up of a team of 9 volunteer councillors who live within the parish and bring a range of experience and perspectives to support the community. Working to represent residents, care for local facilities, and help maintain the character and wellbeing of the area.
Through this website you can find information about council meetings, local initiatives, and updates on matters affecting the parish.
Contact
Contact the Clerk- Leina Mancuso by email: clerk@lynchmere-pc.gov.uk
Telephone: 01428 621234
If your enquiry relates to bookings for either St Michael’s Hall or The Maud Hardman Hoyle Memorial Hall please visit Hammerhall.co.uk
Email: assistantclerk@lynchmere-pc.gov.uk
Telephone: 01428731124
Next Meeting
The next meeting of Lynchmere Parish Council will be The Annual Meeting of the Electors of Lynchmere Parish Thursday 30th April, 7.15pm
Further Details Here: Next meeting & Agenda
Councillor Vacancies
There are currently 2 vacancies on Lynchmere Parish Council: If you are interested in applying to join the Parish Council please contact the clerk for an application form and more information
(some eligibility criteria apply).
Job Vacancies
Part- Time/ Flexible Facilities Manager Vacancy- please submit covering letter and CV to the Clerk
Job advert and description below
What Your Parish Council can do for you
Parishes are the smallest areas of civil administration in England and provide the tier of local government closest to the people.
Town and Parish Councils are an essential part of the structure of local democracy and have a vital role in acting on behalf of the communities they represent.
Parish Councils have a wide range of powers and duties.
Duties
A duty is an activity that must be carried out (Mandatory) e.g. local councils must appoint a chairman and a clerk.
Powers
Statutory powers, granted by Parliament give local councils the choice or opportunity to take action and are therefore discretionary.
Parish Council Powers and duties