What is a civil parish in England?
Q: What is a civil parish in England?
A: A civil parish is a unit of local government in England.
Q: How does a civil parish compare to an ecclesiastical parish?
A: A civil parish is an administrative parish, while an ecclesiastical parish is a church parish.
Q: What is the position of civil parishes in the hierarchy of local government?
A: Civil parishes are the lowest tier of local government, below districts and counties.
Q: Can a parish council choose its own name?
A: Yes, a parish council can choose to call itself a town, village, neighbourhood, or community.
Q: How many of the population in England are covered by civil parishes?
A: Civil parishes only cover part of England, about 35% of the population.
Q: Are there any civil parishes in Greater London?
A: No, currently there are no civil parishes in Greater London.
Q: Was the creation of civil parishes within a London Borough allowed before 2008?
A: No, before 2008 their creation was not permitted within a London Borough.
