Consultations - Have Your Say

At the council, we are always interested in hearing your views about what we do. Your comments and suggestions help us to improve our services.

Current consultations

Consultation on the final design to enhance The Spinney in Hunstanton

You can also have your say in the following ways:

West Norfolk Quality of Life Survey

Every two years the West Norfolk Partnership (of which we are a Partner) carries out an in depth face to face survey with nearly 3,000 residents across the borough. The survey asks residents about their views in relation to:

local issues and priorities for the neighbourhood
perceptions of crime
access to social activities
health
aspirations
sense of belonging
levels and community involvement
pride
quality of life

The results of the survey are used to inform future actions and ensure resources are focused on those things that can really help people feel better about where they live.

Focus groups and forums

From time to time, we undertake service specific focus groups, surveys, forums and workshops. These are by invitation or are publicised in the local media and on our website.

Safer Neighbourhood Action Panels (SNAPs)

We are working in partnership with the Police, West Norfolk Partnership and other local agencies where you live to identify and address community concerns. SNAP meetings give you the chance to get more involved and have greater say over what happens in your area by discussing issues at a local level.

The panel will be made up of representatives from the Council, Police and other community representatives. As a member of the public you are able to raise any issues of concern in your neighbourhood.

To find out more about what is happening in your neighbourhood and how you can attend your nearest meeting, visit the Norfolk Police website.

To find out more information, see our Safer Neighbourhood Action Plan page.

Have your say at a council meeting

Members of the public are able to come along to Council Meetings and ask us a question on a topic or service within the Council's control. You are also able to present petitions. Read more about Speaking at a Council Meeting and Presenting a Petition.

Become a Councillor

In becoming a borough councillor you can represent the views of your constituents and help them resolve issues they have. It is an opportunity to influence priorities and support the people you represent.

Parish and town councils have a large range of powers, and the activities they are involved in are wide ranging. Many parish and town councils are involved in planning, promoting tourism, licensing, community halls, representation, management of town and village centres and providing community halls and by becoming a parish councillor you can have an influence on some of these things.

To find out more, see our becoming a Councillor page.

Become a school governor or magistrate

You can become involved in your community and have your say by becoming a school governor or Magistrate. Read more about becoming a School Governor or Magistrate.