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Hertsmere Borough council has been asked by the electors of Bushey to undertake a Community Governance Review in Bushy, to consult on the creation of a Civil Parish and a Parish Council.

Community Governance Reviews are undertaken in accordance with the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007.

Community Governance Reviews - Guidance

Timetable

EventDate
Community Governance Review begins and the Terms of Reference are approved and published by the council16 September 2026
First consultation period where submissions are invited2 November 2026 – 31 January 2027
Consideration of submissions received and draft recommendations are prepared1 February – 1 March 2027
Draft recommendations are published5 March 2027
Second consultation period where final submissions are invited5 March – 30 June 2027
Consideration of submissions received and final recommendations are prepared and publishedAugust 2027
Final decision on the recommendations and, where appropriate, the making of a Reorganisation OrderSeptember 2027

Terms of Reference

The Terms of Reference document details the framework of the Community Governance Review. This document outlines the purpose, responsibilities and deliverables of the review.
Section 81 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 requires the Council to draw up and publish Terms of Reference when conducting a Community Governance Review.

Terms of Reference