This well-established and popular book is now being updated to an eighteenth edition by Paul Clayden, to reflect recent developments, e.g.: - Code of Conduct and members' interests - Freedom of information - Quality parish councils - New audit arrangements. The alphabetical format of the book remains the same, as does its extensive but clear coverage of all aspects of the law and practice of parish, town and community councils in England and Wales. New councillors, in particular, will find this book invaluable and, in fact, many clerks insist that all their councillors have a copy to ensure they have a full understanding of their duties and responsibilities. It is also an essential reference for clerks themselves.