The Management of the Community Halls

In January 2004 it was decided that the management of the Centre should be the responsibility of the Parish Council operating through a new Community Centre Committee which meets on the first Wednesday of each month.  Members of the previous management committee were invited to join the new committee but declined. 

The reason for the change was financial. It had become apparent that the Centre would have great difficulties "balancing its books" without unacceptable increases in hiring fees, or a reduction in the level of service (and associated costs)  expected by customers. Although in the longer term steps will have to be taken to reduce the dependence on public funding, in the meantime the financial strength of the Parish Council was considered to be a necessary support during these difficult times.

In the longer term the Council will examine all costs associated with running the Centre and endeavour to bring outgoings in line with income.