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We are the democratically elected local council for the New Forest. Find out about our structure, work and responsibilities on behalf of the people of the district.

Chairman of the council

The Chairman is the council's civic head and the first citizen of New Forest.
  1. Chairman's engagements
  2. Previous Chairmen of the Council
  3. Vice Chairman of the council

Councillors

Councillors are elected by the community to decide how we carry out activities.
  1. Your councillors
  2. Leader of the council
  3. Cabinet members
  4. Members' allowances
  5. Complain against a councillor

Council, Cabinet, committees and panels

Details of our structure, including council meetings that you can attend.
  1. Committee structure
  2. Council meeting calendar
  3. Public participation at meetings

Constitution

The constitution sets out how the council operates, how decisions are made and what procedures are followed.

Forward Plan

The Forward Plan lists key decisions likely to be made by or for the council's Cabinet.

Petitions

Petitions are one way in which people can let us know their concerns.

Parish and town councils

Contact info for parish and town clerks and register of interests forms for parish and town councillors.

Community engagement grants

Councillors can award small grants to address local needs within their ward

Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)

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