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==== I believe the current Council is well placed to resolve this issue responsibly and transparently. Therefore, I respectfully request the Council to: ====
# Clarify whether the AGAR for 2022–2023 was ever lawfully approved, and at what meeting.
# Re-publish or publish for the first time the 2022–2023 AGAR, internal audit report, and public rights notice (if not already done).
# Write to the external auditor (BDO LLP), if necessary, to explain the procedural uncertainty and seek guidance.
# Consider commissioning a short internal review or statement for the public record.
# Demonstrate leadership by informing the public of what steps have been taken to ensure compliance going forward.

I appreciate the time and voluntary commitment of all members of the current Council—especially as only one of you served during the year in question. I hope you will agree that resolving these legacy issues transparently is in the best interests of the parish and its reputation.

Yours sincerely,
Ed Surridge
Resident, Shalfleet Parish
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