We are proud to have made the Civilty and Respect Pledge because there is no place for bullying, harassment and intimidation within our sector. We can demonstrate our commitment to addressing poor behaviour and fostering positive changes that support civil and respectful conduct. Your council has agreed it will treat councillors, clerks, employees, members of the public, and representatives of partner organisations and volunteers with civility and respect in their roles.

Peter Davey, Chair of the EALC presented the Town Mayor and Deputy Town Mayor with the Foundation Award certificate at the Council meeting on Tuesday 22nd October 2024. 

At the Council meeting held on 20th January 2026 the Town Council was honoured and delighted to be awarded the National Association of Local Council Silver Award presented by the Chair of EALC representing NALC in Essex.

There are only 43 councils out of 10,000 in England that hold this accreditation.

This is an excellent achievement showing that south Woodham Ferrers Town Council has achieved good practices in governance, community engagement and council improvement.

Furthermore this award shows the Town Council has gone above and beyond the legal obligations, leads the community and continuously seeks opportunities to improve and develop further.

We aim to continue to represent our residents in the same committed way going forward.