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Involvement in the Decision-Making Process
15. It is important that those with an interest in the decision on a particular procession are able to be involved in the decision-making process if they wish. The points below explain how the changes made in April 2007 were designed to ensure this.
- Although no specific requirements to consult communities were added by the new laws, the guidance recommended using existing processes, including the community planning process, to consider issues arising from processions. (Paragraphs 55-57)
- It suggested giving those who wish to express their views about a procession the opportunity to do so. (Paragraphs 52 and 58-59)
- The guidance recommends that the local authority should explain the decision-making process they follow and the conditions they have to keep to when making decisions to anyone with an interest. (Paragraph 55)
- The guidance also recommended inviting members of community groups to any precursory meetings and debriefing meetings with march organisers before and after processions. (Paragraphs 60 and 65)
Question 5 - Do you think that you are given enough opportunity to make representations to the local authority about processions planned in your area?
Question 6 - How have you been involved in local authority decision-making on processions? Do you think this could have been improved and, if so, how?
Question 7 - Are you able to express your views to local authorities in a manner appropriate to you?
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