Trusted Internal Audit, Finance, Data Protection and Clerking Support for Parish & Town Councils
Empowering Local Government
At Clerk's Compliance, our mission is to empower parish and town councils with end-to-end governance, finance and clerking support - providing independent internal audit, robust accounting and budgeting services, and professional Locum Clerk cover alongside bespoke consultancy, data protection, health & safety and business management services.
We are committed to promoting transparency, accountability and financial resilience in local government.
Our Mission and Approach
At Clerk’s Compliance, our mission is simple: to empower parish and town councils across the UK with practical, professional support in governance, finance, compliance, and clerking.
Your Governance Partner
What We Do
Governance & Compliance
Independent internal audits and targeted advisory support to strengthen controls, manage risk and keep governance working for your council.
Financial Management
Accurate year-end accounts, AGAR & VAT support plus budgeting and multi-year forecasts that make precept planning simpler and more defensible.
Staffing & Operational Support
Qualified locum clerks for interim cover, projects or urgent gaps - seamless meeting administration, minutes and everyday governance continuity.
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Practical Health & Safety policy support plus GDPR and Data Protection guidance: privacy notices, records management, breach procedures and SAR handling.
Why councils choose us
- Clear, practical advice tailored to smaller authorities
- A small, qualified team who speak plain English
- Flexible, on-demand support that plugs gaps fast
- Robust approaches to data security and statutory duties
Our Core Services
Explore our comprehensive suite of services, designed to empower local councils.
Governance and Compliance
Independent internal audits and governance reviews tailored for parish and town councils.
Ensure your council meets statutory duties under the Governance & Accountability framework
Strengthen risk management and internal controls
Practical, non-judgemental recommendations for improvement
Financial Management
Reliable accounting and financial reporting that councils can trust.
Year-end accounts, VAT returns and AGAR preparation
Ongoing management accounts and monitoring reports
Budget planning, reserves strategy and multi-year forecasting
Staffing and Operational Support
Seamless locum clerking and operational cover when you need it most.
Qualified clerks for interim, urgent or project support
Professional agenda/minute preparation and meeting administration
Continuity of governance and compliance during vacancies or leave
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Expert guidance to keep councils compliant with Health & Safety and Data Protection regulation.
Drafting and reviewing H&S policies and risk assessments
GDPR compliance support including privacy notices and subject access requests
Clear, practical advice to protect staff, councillors and community data
Get in touch
We have physical offices in: Royston, Hertfordshire and Watchet, Somerset.