A REVIEW is set to look at the possible creation of town or parish councils in Clacton, Holland-on-Sea, and Jaywick.
Tendring Council is to investigate the possibility of setting up new councils for the three areas.
The move comes after councillors supported a review at a full council meeting last week.
Currently, Clacton, Holland-on-Sea, and Jaywick do not have their own parish or town councils, unlike most other parts of the district.
The consultation process will involve more than 50,000 residents in the area.
The council aims to gather their views on the potential creation of local councils which would provide representation at a parish level to address the different needs of the communities.
Tendring Council leader Mark Stephenson said: "We are committed to ensuring that our communities have a strong voice in local governance.
“This review will allow local people to have their say about the best ways to achieve this for Clacton, Holland-on-Sea and Jaywick.
“We won’t be imposing a parish council on any of these areas – at the heart of the review is that we consult and engage with local residents and ask their views.
“Following the review, there would be a second round of consultation before anything is put in stone – and we can discontinue the proposals for any of the areas based on the responses received.
"Public input is crucial to this process.
"We encourage everyone to participate in the consultation and let us know their thoughts on how local governance can be improved."
Final recommendations are expected to be made in early 2026 to ensure there is plenty of time for people to express their views.
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