WELCOME
Welcome to the website of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Association of Local Councils (CAPALC) a not for profit organisation, representing, training and advising the 260 Local Councils (Town, Parish and Community) and Parish Meetings, in the 4 Districts within Cambridgeshire and the Unitary Authority area of Peterborough. The Association is the first point of contact for the more than 2,000 elected Town, Parish and Community Councillors in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who are working to improve their communities.
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Cllr Keith Stevens, NALC Chairman
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Cllr Keith Stevens, whose dedication and inclusive leadership left a lasting legacy in local government. Cllr Stevens was a cherished and highly respected figure in the parish and town council sector. Since his election as NALC Chairman in 2021, he was a tireless advocate for grassroots democracy, passionately championing the essential role of local councils in shaping vibrant, resilient communities across England. We last saw him at Huntingdonshire District Council's Town & Parish Forum back in June, when Keith, our CEO Penny & HDC Leader Cllr Sarah Conboy held a panel.
Known for his warmth, humility, and inclusive leadership, Keith earned the admiration of colleagues nationwide. He believed deeply in the power of community-level governance to improve lives, and his legacy will continue to guide and inspire. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Keith’s family, friends and all those whose lives he touched. His impact on local democracy and public service will not be forgotten.
RIP Keith
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CARE MICRO ENTERPRISES
To find out what a CME is, who benefits from them, and how you can become a CME click here
Cambridgeshire County Council (CCC) are looking to advertise their Care Micro Enterprises across the county in parish, town and community newsletters. An example of the advertisement is available from CAPALC on request.
If your newsletter charges for advertising space, we can reimburse the cost.
For more information please look at the 'latest news' on this website.
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Local Government Reorganisation
30 October 2025: As the the various District, City and County Councils start deciding on what option they are going to be voting for over the coming weeks we thought you should know what the five options are. There are three, two Unitary Authority options available and two, three Unitary Authority options available and these can be seen below. (Cambridgeshire County Council recently voted for Option A - it was a recorded vote so you can see how your County Councillor voted)
12 June 2025: Local council leaders have come together after months of collaboration and have identified three preferred options for how the new unitary councils could be structured. These options below, are based on existing boundaries and will be developed further before being submitted to the Government in November 2025. The good news is that parish and town councils will not be
affected by the reorganisation. We will continue to serve
our communities in the same way we do now. The aim of the changes is to make public services simpler, more efficient and better able to support local economic growth and provide much-needed housing. There will be a public engagement exercise giving residents, businesses and local organisations a chance to share their views on what matters most in this transition which we will keep you updated on.
