Balderton Parish Council achieves prestigious National Association of Local Councils bronze award

A council has received a prestigious award, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to improvement.

Balderton Parish Council has earned a Bronze Award in the Local Council Award Scheme, the chairman of the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) has officially confirmed

The award recognized the council’s practices in governance, community engagement, and continuous improvement, and reflected its effort to deliver outstanding service to the community, beyond its legal obligations.

In a personal note of thanks, the NALC chairman expressed appreciation for clerk Marion Fox Goddard, for her ‘outstanding efforts’ in submitting the Bronze Award application, as well as her dedication throughout the assessment process, as well as aknowledging the entire council’s service to the community and the ‘strong support’ they demonstrated in pursuing the award scheme.

Jane Buxton, chair of Balderton Parish Council: “Balderton Parish Council are honoured to receive this nationally recognised award, which reflects this council’s commitment to improving our parish and making it a vibrant and thriving place to live.

“It is a fantastic way to celebrate and acknowledge all the hard work and dedication of our staff in serving the Balderton community.

“It is also testament to the positive impact our councillors strive to have in our village, and we are so grateful for the support of our residents.

“This award is another stepping stone to even greater things for Balderton, and we are all committed to achieving them.”

The Local Council Award Scheme is designed to celebrate the achievements of local councils, offer a framework for them to reach their full potential, and encourage ongoing development and innovation.