Precept – Funding of the Parish Council

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The work of Parish Councils is funded by the precept which is collected by the new Buckinghamshire Council through the Council Tax levy.

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For 2025/26, Stoke Mandeville Parish Council’s precept will be £210,152 (2024/25 – £209,390). This will represent no change to an average Band D household of £71.48 per annum. The parish council was able to keep the council tax the same as 2024/25 due to the increase in tax base (number of residents liable to pay). The additional precept will enable the parish council to continue with the following projects:

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• completion of a Neighbourhood Plan to help to manage the future growth and development of our Parish

• continued delivery of services devolved from Buckinghamshire Council with reducing subsidy

• provide a community event for all the residents

• development of a new burial ground in Marsh Lane for the Parish

• improving the appearance and upkeep of the Parish

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Fees and Charges

The Parish Council receives income from three other sources - Allotments, Burial Ground and the Playing Field. For a complete list of the fees and charges that apply, click HERE.