• Annual Governance and Accountability Review (AGAR) 2019-20

    The Annual Governance and Accountability Review (AGAR) 2019-20 constitutes the annual return required to be made by Parish Councils under the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No. 234). 

    All councils where neither gross receipts nor gross payments exceed £25,000, whether or not they certify as exempt from external audit, must publish on their website the following documents.  (Keswick and Intwood Parish Council has certified itself exempt from a limited assurance review under s.9 of the Local Audit (Smaller Authorities) Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No 184)):

    • Certificate of Exemption
    • Annual Internal Audit Report
    • Section 1 Annual Governance Statement
    • Section 2 Accounting Statements 2019-20
    • Analysis of Variances
    • Bank Reconciliation
    • Notice of the period for the exercise of public rights and other information required by Regulation 15(2) Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No. 234) 
    • Receipts and Expenditure Statement 2019-20

    A link to each of these documents is provided below:

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  • In need of Help?

    South Norfolk Help Hub

    Everybody needs a bit of extra support from time to time and the Help Hub makes sure people get that help as soon as possible, if they begin to experience difficulties.

    Getting help early can stop problems from getting worse. It might be only a small problem, like a broken washing machine or feeling a little isolated, but if it’s difficult to find a solution straightaway a small problem can grow and lead to more worries.

    The Help Hub is a partnership between organisations that support people in South Norfolk. It can offer practical support, advice and guidance to get you back on track.

    How to get help

  • Parish Council Meetings 2021

    The Parish Council will meet on the following dates in 2021:

    • Wednesday February 24th – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday May 12th  – Annual Parish Meeting, Annual Parish Council Meeting and Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday June 30th – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday September 29th  – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday November 10th – Parish Council Meeting.

    Other meetings may be arranged as required and details will be posted on this website.

  • Parish Council Action Plan 2020-21

    The Action Plan shows the specific responsibilities of individual Councillors and will be reviewed at every Parish Council meeting.  The current Plan is published as part of the meeting minutes.

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  • Information Audit

    This post contains the Keswick and Intwood Parish Council’s Information Audit.

    Keswick Information Audit 2019

    (This Document is revised June 2019)

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  • Parish Council Standing Orders and Financial Standing Orders

     

  • Parish Council Meetings 2020

    For the moment, all regular face-to-face Parish Council meetings are suspended.

    An additional Parish Council meeting will take place on 25th November 2020.  Te Agenda is published on the website and on the Parish notice boards.

    The Parish Council will meet on the following dates in 2020:

    • Wednesday February 26th – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday May 13th  – Annual Parish Meeting, Annual Parish Council Meeting and Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday July 1st – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday September 30th  – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday November 11th – Parish Council Meeting.

    Other meetings may be arranged as required and details will be posted on this website.

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  • Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) 2018-19

    The Annual Governance and Accountability Review (AGAR) 2018-19 constitutes the annual return required to be made by Parish Councils under the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No. 234). 

    All councils where neither gross receipts nor gross payments exceed £25,000, whether or not they certify as exempt from external audit, must publish on their website the following documents.  (Keswick and Intwood Parish Council has certified itself exempt from a limited assurance review under s.9 of the Local Audit (Smaller Authorities) Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No 184)):

    • Certificate of Exemption (AGAR3)
    • Annual Internal Audit Report (AGAR4)
    • Section 1 Annual Governance Statement (AGAR5)
    • Section 2 Accounting Statements 2018-19 (AGAR6)
    • Analysis of Variances (ANVA)
    • Bank Reconciliation (BARE)
    • Notice of the period for the exercise of public rights and other information required by Regulation 15(2) Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015 No. 234) (NEPR)
    • Receipts and Expenditure Statement 2018-19 (REST).

    A link to each of these documents (using the above reference in brackets) is provided below:

    AGAR3 AGAR4 AGAR5 AGAR6 ANVA BARE NEPR REST

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  • Annual Governance and Accountability Review (AGAR) 2018-19

    The Documents required to be published in accordance with the Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities are reproduced in the Parish Documents section of the website.

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  • Community Emergency Plan.

    The Parish Community Emergency Plan is currently being revised.  A number of people offering their services and help listed in the current version have moved away from the Parish or are unable to continue providing support.  More volunteers are therefore required.

    If you are able to assist by providing (typically): general assistance; specialist skills; emergency accommodation (for people and pets); or provide equipment likely to be useful in an emergency, please contact the Parish Clerk initially by e-mail to: keswick.intwood@gmail.com

    Thank you.  Your participation in bolstering the Plan will be most welcome.

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  • Privacy Notice

    This post contains Keswick and Intwood Parish Council’s Privacy Notice.

    Keswick and Intwood Parish Council Privacy Statement

  • Parish Council Meetings 2019

    The Parish Council will meet on the following dates in 2019:

    • Wednesday 27th  – February  Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday May 15th  – Annual Parish Meeting, Annual Parish Council Meeting and Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday June 26th  – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday October 2nd  – Parish Council Meeting
    • Wednesday November 13th – Parish Council Meeting.

    Other meetings may be arranged as required and details will be posted on this website.

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  • Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2017-18

    The Documents required to be published by the Authority are published in the Parish Documents section of the website.

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  • Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2017-18

    The Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015, the Local Audit (Smaller Authorities 2015 and the Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities require the Parish Council to publish the following documents:

    • Annual Audit and Governance Statement;
    • Certificate of Exemption;
    • Annual Internal Audit Report;
    • Annual Governance Statement Sections 1 and 2;
    • Analysis of Variances; and
    • Bank Reconciliation.

    Links to each of these documents is provided below:

    Annual Audit and Governance 2018

    Certificate of Exemption

    Audit Report

     Annual Return

    Analysis of Variances 2017-18

    Bank Reconciliation 31st March 2018

    Exercise of Public Rights 2017-18

     

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  • General Data Protection Regulation. (GDPR)

    The Parish Council is registered with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO).  The Council will be producing documents required by the Regulation and undertaking actions necessary to be compliant with the Regulation.

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  • Litter Picking in Keswick

    One of our residents has begun regular litter picking in the Parish.  At the moment he is concentrating on Low Road and Mill Lane but would like some help to extend the coverage.  This is being done with the support of South Norfolk Council who are providing the necessary equipment and arranging collection of the waste.  If you think you can spend some time helping with this initiative to improve the appearance of our village, please contact the Parish Clerk using the e-mail address: keswick.intwood@btinternet.com

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  • Audited Annual Return for the Year ended 31st March 2017

    In accordance with the requirements of the Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities the Audited Annual Return is published together with supporting documents including the Internal Auditor’s Report, the Bank Reconciliation and Explanation of Variances compared with the Annual Return for the period to 31st March 2016.

    Annual Return 31.03.17 (Audited)

  • Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Reports

    One of the requirements for Parish or Town Councils receiving CIL is that a report must be prepared for any financial year in which it receives CIL receipts and the report published on the Parish Council website.  The Keswick and Intwood reports are published here:

    Keswick Annual Report 1st April 2018 – 31st March 2019 (1)

    Keswick 2017-2018 Community Infrastructure Levy Annual Report

    Keswick Annual Parish Report 1st April 2016 – 31st March 2017

    Keswick Annual Report 1st April 2019 – 31st March 2020

  • Councillors

    – Janet Hill – Chair
    – Marguerite Russell
    – Monica Warmerdam
    – Mike Pilgrim
    – Suzannah Billington
    – Alex Gordon
    – Adrian Spencer

    A copy of Councillor’s register of interest forms can be found on the South Norfolk Website.

  • Local Mobile Library Service

    The Mobile Libraries are back out on the road with safety measures currently in place for both staff and visitors.

    Currently:

    • there will only be 1 person or household (of up to 3 people) aboard at a time
    • please bring your library card with you or join in the library or online
    • we may ask for details from you to help with Test and Trace
    • you will need to wear a face covering in the library
    • hand sanitiser is available for use on the way in and out of the library
    • surfaces and computers will be regularly wiped down
    • returned books will be quarantined for 72 hours

    The Library will be visiting Keswick Hall between 09.40 and 09.55 on the following dates: 10th November, 8th December, 5th January and 2nd February.

    More information is available on the Norfolk County Council website: www.norfolk.gov.uk  (search ‘mobile libraries’), or contact the mobile library office on 01603 222303 or e-mail: central.mobiles.lib@norfolk.gov.uk .

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  • Annual Return for the year ended 31st March 2016

    The audit has been concluded and the statement of accounts (as approved by external auditors Mazars) is published here.  In support of the statement the a copy of the audited bank reconciliation and statement of significant differences is also published.

    Local government electors may inspect the accounts (Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014. s.25) by applying to the Parish Clerk at 7 Lindford Drive, Norwich NR4 6LT  (Telephone 01603 250639; or e-mail keswick.intwood@btinternet.com).  The accounts can be inspected by appointment at any reasonable time.

    Bank Reconciliation 2016

    Explanation of Variances 2016

    Annual Return 31.03.16

    Governance Statement 2016