Padiham Town Council is made up of 15 individual Councillors who are elected to serve the Community. It employs a Town Clerk and an Assistant Clerk, both of which are available to the Community for information and advice.

Padiham Town Council aims to represent the best interests of the Community by ensuring Padiham is:

• Friendly and caring with a strong sense of community spirit
• Welcoming and enjoyable for residents and visitors
• Proud of its historic heritage
• A Town that actively encourages local people to participate in community events

Padiham Town Council also:

• Recognises the crucial importance of building and maintaining working relationships with partners such as Burnley Borough Council, Lancashire County Council and the Environment Agency
• Promotes an inclusive community
• Acts with integrity in public office and is accountable and responsible for all that we do
• Aims to conserve and enhance the character of the town and its green spaces
• Works with others to preserve and promote local arts, heritage and culture
• Supports people, groups and organisations to help maintain and create a thriving community

The Town Hall has become central to our operations and those of community groups. We will work to maintain the facilities to the highest standards to ensure that it remains open, accessible and a well used town resource.