Agenda item

The Chair to advise of any questions, statements or petitions received that are not covered by items on the agenda for the meeting on which members of the public have requested to speak.

Cllr Peter Payne (Williton PC) addressed the meeting and read out a statement regarding the proposed closure of the Williton Recycling Site.

This statement  can be viewed here.  Williton PC had collaborated with other parishes within the LCN area who were in collective agreement that they needed to lobby Somerset Council.

Cllr Mandy Chilcott advised that it would be good for Williton PC to send in their public question on behalf of the LCN to the next Somerset Council Full Council meeting. This was taking place on the 20 February 2024 and would be to agree the budget for the 2024/25 financial year. Cllr Chilcott advised that public speakers from West Somerset rarely came forward, but it was a powerful way to highlight local concerns and issues.

Cllr Peter Payne (Williton PC) was made aware of the submission deadlines.

Cllr Rosemary Woods asked how the public could participate in the Public Question Time at meetings, and this was responded to by Cllr Mandy Chilcott. Public Questions can be emailed into Somerset Council Democratic Services, at least 3 days before the meeting date, and will receive a written response from the Executive Portfolio Holder. Sometimes at the discretion of the Chair, late speakers were allowed to present comments, statements and questions, providing there was sufficient space on the agenda.