Petitions

Have Your Voice Heard

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At Witham Town Council, we value community engagement and encourage residents to have their voices heard.

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What Makes a Petition Eligible?

To be considered, your petition must relate directly to Witham Town Council’s services or decisions. Please note that while all petitions are reviewed, those deemed vexatious or inappropriate will not be accepted.

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How to Submit a Petition

You can submit your petition in any of the following ways:

• Send it to the Town Clerk at Witham Town Hall

• Email it to: townclerk@witham.gov.uk

• Present it in person during a Council meeting

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What Should Your Petition Include?

To ensure your petition is eligible, it must:

• Clearly outline the issue and the action being requested

• Include details of supporters, such as names, addresses, and signatures

• Provide the organiser’s contact information

For online petitions, it’s important to include measures to prevent fraudulent signatures.

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How Are Petitions Handled?

• 500+ Signatures: The organiser will have the opportunity to present the petition at a Council meeting. A decision will be made at the next suitable meeting.

• 50-499 Signatures: The petition will be reviewed by the Town Clerk and Councillors. A full Council debate may be held at the mayor’s discretion.

 

Make your voice heard today and contribute to the decisions that shape our town!

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You can draft your own petition, or use our template to get you started.