Halfway mark for the review into a Parish Council

13 Days to Go: Why 271 Responses Isn't Enough for Whitburn

South Tyneside Council has confirmed that we are at the halfway mark for the first phase of the Whitburn Community Governance Review.

Right now, only 271 residents have responded. With roughly 3000 registered voters in our village, that means 91% of Whitburn has not yet been heard.

Why this matters to you:
This review looks at how Whitburn is governed locally, which can directly affect community funding, local planning decisions, and our voice within the borough. When response numbers are low, decisions are made by a tiny minority. We need a surge of responses to show that Whitburn cares about its independent identity.

What you need to do before Monday, 28th September 2026:

• Check your mail: Every residential home was hand-delivered a leaflet. Find it and use the details inside.
• Check your inbox: South Tyneside Council emailed 2,500 local residents. Search your email for "Whitburn Community Governance Review".
• Submit online: If you cannot find either, visit the South Tyneside Council Consultations Page to submit your response directly.

Help us spread the word:
Please talk to your neighbours, especially those who may not be online. The council will use these responses to create draft recommendations, which will lead to a second vote. Let's get the foundation right now.