Gedling Borough Council is inviting residents to have their say on a proposal to create a new parish council for the Bestwood Lodge and Deer Park area, currently part of St Albans Parish.
The first stage of the consultation for the Community Governance Review (CGR) begins on 28 October 2024 and runs until 6 January 2025.
The review follows a petition signed by 211 residents requesting the formation of a separate council for the area. The petition suggests that a new parish council could better address the unique needs of residents in Bestwood Lodge and Deer Park. It also proposes that the new council retains the name “St Albans Parish Council” and seeks a 40% share of the existing council’s financial reserves.
Residents and stakeholders across the borough are encouraged to share their views during the consultation. The council will consider all feedback before deciding whether to make changes. Options include keeping the existing arrangements, altering council boundaries, or creating a new parish council. A second round of consultation on the council’s recommendations will take place between 21 February and 2 May 2025.
The findings from this consultation will be reviewed by Gedling Borough councillors, with final decisions expected in July 2025.
To take part, visit www.gedling.gov.uk/haveyoursay, email elections@gedling.gov.uk, or write to Community Governance Review (Elections), Gedling Borough Council, Civic Centre, Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6LU.
