Explanatory note

This Order gives effect to recommendations made by Canterbury City Council to the Local Government Boundary Commission for England for related alterations of district ward boundaries and county electoral division boundaries.

The alterations are made in consequence of changes to parish boundaries and warding arrangements under the Canterbury City Council (Reorganisation of Community Governance) Order 2018 (an Order made by Canterbury City Council under section 86 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 (c. 28)). A hard copy of that Order is available for inspection at reasonable times at the offices of Canterbury City Council, Military Road, Canterbury, CT1 1YW. It is also accessible online at: http://www.lgbce.org.uk/resources/database-of-local-government-orders/south-east/kent

The changes to the district ward boundaries under article 3 apply in respect of elections to be held on and after the ordinary day of election of councillors in England in 2019.

The change to the county electoral divisions under article 4 apply in respect of elections to be held on and after the ordinary day of election of councillors in England in 2021.

An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no impact on the private or voluntary sectors is foreseen.