Information on the Forthcoming Parish Council Elections
As you may be aware Parish Councillors are elected for a 4 year term, this May will the end of this current Councils administration. If you would like to stand as a Parish Council for Hockley, please open the Notice of Election below issued by Rochford District Council.
Please note the process is administered by Rochford District Council, so please contact them to obtain a nomination form. Please note the deadline for completed nomination forms to be returned is Friday 5th April at 4pm. Should more nomination forms be received than vacancies then a poll will be held on Thursday 2nd May
Annual Parish Meeting 2024
Hockley Parish Council held their Annual Parish Meeting on 11th March 2024. Chairman Councillor Barbara Thorogood presented the Councils Annual Report for 2023 – 2024. Committee Chairman also provided a presentation detailing projects and responsibilities of the Committees.
Community Engagement and Events – Councillor James Hedges
Environment and Open Spaces – Councillor Barbara Thorogood
Planning – Councillor Adrian Eves
Finance and Governance – Councillor Sue Martin
If you were unable to attend the meeting you can view the documents provided at the meeting below:
Moment of Reflection
On the 13th September Chairman Councillor Barbara Thorogood placed a wreath on behalf of the Parish Council at the war memorial, local residents, school and businesses came together to reflect on their memories of the Queen. Residents are welcome to leave floral tributes at the war memorial.
Our Mission
Hockley Parish Council is committed to being a council with a brave forward vision to create and maintain a vibrant and inclusive community in Hockley
Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
Following on from our Annual General Meeting, we are pleased to announce our new Chairman Councillor Barbara Thorogood and Vice Chairman Councillor Sue Martin.