The parish council has responsibility for local issues, including setting an annual precept (local rate) to cover the council’s operating costs and producing annual accounts for public scrutiny. The parish council evaluates local planning applications and works with the local police, district council officers, and neighbourhood watch groups on matters of crime, security, and traffic.
Local governance falls under the parish council's purview, which involves setting an annual precept for operational expenses and publishing yearly accounts. The council reviews local development proposals and cooperates with law enforcement, district council officials, and neighborhood watch organizations concerning matters of safety, crime prevention, and traffic management.