Aikton Parish Council, Aikton Parish Rooms, Aikton, Wgton (2026)

The Council aim to update parishioners about the work of the Parish Council and events in the villages. Town and Parish Councils are an essential part of the structure of local democracy and have a vital role in acting on behalf of the communities they represent. They:
• give views, on behalf of the community, on planning applications and other proposals that affect the parish
• undertake projects and schemes that benefit local residents
• work in partnership with other bodies to achieve benefits for the parish
• alert relevant authorities to problems that arise or work that needs to be undertaken
• help the other tiers of local government keep in touch with their local communities. Town and Parish Councils have a wide range of legal duties and powers, such as the maintenance of community buildings and land and much more. Town and Parish Councillors are the essence of local democracy and have a vital role in speaking and acting on behalf of the communities they represent. Councillors are from the local community and represent the views and concerns of those who elect them. They understand local concerns, debate issues within council meetings and use their best judgement to make decisions. They are generally unpaid but some councils approve the payment of expenses incurred whilst on official business. The role of a Councillor is not just confined to meetings - many are active in other community areas and bring that expertise and knowledge to the council meeting to benefit all. Councillors are known locally and are often asked for advice or help; it is their responsibility to seek an answer or solution through the council. Town or Parish Councils must meet at least four times annually (including the annual meeting); many meet more often than this. Some councils have committees or working groups that you can join and contribute to. Being a good and effective Councillor comes with time - you will become familiar with local government procedures and rapidly gain confidence as you take part in meetings. Town and Parish elections are held every four years - your Council Clerk will advise you on how to submit your nomination papers to enable you to stand as a candidate. Sometimes casual vacancies occur during the four year cycle and these can be filled, either by election or by co-option. (Co-option is used when an election is not called - you submit your name with other applicants to the Parish Council; they vote for their choice to fill the vacancy.) No formal qualifications are required to be a Councillor but there are rules to satisfy if you are to submit your name. There is no deposit to pay to stand for election. All Councillors must agree to abide by a Code of Conduct and to declare any interests which may conflict with their duties as Parish Council members.

14/09/2026

Anti-Social Behaviour

The Parish Council has been made aware of incidents of anti-social behaviour in Aikton.

The village sign on the approach to the village from Wiggonby has been removed. If you know where the sign is or have any information about who may have removed it, please message this page.

More seriously, the defibrillator cabinet located next to the post box has been tampered with, and the door has been left open on more than one occasion. The cabinet is heated, and when the door is opened the heating switches off. This puts the defibrillator equipment at risk of damage and, more importantly, could affect its availability when it is needed in an emergency.
If you have any information regarding either incident, please message the page. Information can be passed on confidentially.

Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage will not be tolerated in our parish. We ask everyone to remain vigilant and to report any concerns or suspicious activity.

12/09/2026

The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held at 7.30pm, on Monday 14 September 2026, at Aikton Parish Rooms.
The meeting is open to all.

06/07/2026

The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held at 7.30pm, on Monday 13 July 2026, at Aikton Parish Rooms.
The meeting is open to all.

15/05/2026

Grants are available for young people taking recognised courses of Further Education (including apprenticeships) after leaving school.

Applicants must be under 25 on 1st September 2026 and must live in either the parish of Aikton, Beaumont, Burgh By Sands or they must be a former pupil of Wiggonby School.

Application forms are available from the address below. Please enclose a stamped self- addressed envelope so the application form can be forwarded.
Mrs J Thomlinson, Aikton Farm, Aikton, Wigton, Cumbria CA7 OJA

Alternatively, you can email on [email protected] for a form.

Closing date: Friday 18th September 2026.
Late applications will not be considered.

07/05/2026

The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held at 7.30pm, on Monday 11 May 2026, at Aikton Parish Rooms.
The meeting is open to all.

Address

Aikton Parish Rooms, Aikton, Wgton

CA70HP

Website

https://www.aikton.org.uk/parish-council/

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