The Public Participation Schemes
In order to make the decision making process more transparent
and enable the public to become more involved, the Council's
Constitution includes Public Participation Schemes. These schemes
allow the public to attend most meetings of the Council
to ask questions, make comments or present a deputation or
petition.
The leaflets outlining the Schemes for General Public
Participation, Licensing Hearings and Planning Meetings, are
currently being revised, and will appear on this page in due
course. In the meantime, if you require further information,
please contact the Democratic and Electoral Services Manager, using
the contact information below, who will be able to advise on the
procedure.
Petitions Scheme
Legislation came into force on 15 June 2010 which enables the
public to draw attention to local issues through the use of
petitions. The aim behind this legislation is to promote the
involvement of communities in the democratic process, with the
chance to hold decision-makers to account.
Information on the Council's petitions scheme, including how to
submit a petition, can be found from the link below
If you would like further information please contact the
Democratic and Electoral Services Manager. Contact information is
listed below:
Democratic and Electoral Services Manager
South Lakeland District Council
Democratic Services
South Lakeland House
Lowther Street
Kendal
Cumbria
LA9 4UD
Telephone: 0845 050 4434