Can co-opted Parish Councillors vote on whether to pay a Parish Council allowance?

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DavetheClerk · Answer 1 · 2024-06-14T17:39:43+0000

Once co-opted, they have the same status as other members, so they can vote on an allowance, although not receive one. (The Local Authorities (Members' Allowances) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2004 regulation 4.)

Delboy'swife · Answer 2 · 2024-06-15T12:42:23+0000

Be aware too that there are different rules on paying allowances in Wales vs England so might depend on where your council is based.

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