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A: Parish Councils must produce and publish accounts because
a) it's the law and
b) they have the power to raise taxes and spend public money.
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- Q: I disagree with the Parish Council giving money to the village hall. Is it right for them to use my council tax for this?
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- Q: Is there a national pay or salary scale for our parish clerk?
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