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===== I ask this new Council to: =====
# Confirm whether the 2023–24 AGAR was ever legally approved at a valid meeting
# Seek immediate clarification from the previous RFO or Clerk, if needed
# Reissue or republish the AGAR, even retrospectively, if it was missed
# Write proactively to BDO LLP, the external auditor, and request guidance or offer full cooperation
# Consider commissioning an internal review to help restore transparency and confidence

This is not a political issue; it is a legal and ethical responsibility. Your cooperation and transparency would send a strong signal that the current Parish Council is committed to lawful and open governance, even when past councillors may have failed in their duty.

I would be happy to assist, provide documentation, or speak directly with councillors. Please feel free to contact me or respond publicly.

Sincerely,
Ed Surridge
Shalfleet Parish resident
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Would you like this in a downloadable PDF format for posting or distribution? I can also help post it on social media with a summary, or draft a follow-up FOI or letter to the external auditor.