Democracy

We want to improve democratic representation in South Ashford

All towns and villages in the Borough including the newer developments of Park Farm and Singleton, but not the urban areas of Ashford, are represented by Local Councils. We want to bring the same level of representation to South Ashford

We want to strengthen the identity of South Ashford by putting it on the local government map.

South Ashford does not exist. It has no boundaries, no legal personality, and no status in the eyes of the Government. We want put our community on the local government map by creating a statutory body to represent the South Ashford.

Vote Yes for a Community Council

A letter in the Kentish Express on Thursday 17th September has caused concern among voters that Community Councils will cause an unacceptable increase in their Council Tax. There were four responses to the letter including one from Bob Shrubb, Chair of South Ashford Community Forum: (more…)

All properties receive an Electoral Registration Annual Enquiry Form once a year which lists who is currently registered.  Ashford Borough Council (ABC) use this process to make sure that their information is not out of date.  When you receive the form follow the instructions to make sure you remain on the register or are added. Do not wait for this form to register, you can use the online application site or by telephoning 01233 330402 if you need help registering.

For more information go to www.ashford.gov.uk/electoral-registration and www.gov.uk/voting-in-the-uk