There are 2 tiers of Local Government in Pencaer - County Council and the Community Council. County Councils are made up of individual Councillors, who are elected to serve the needs of their locality. Community Councils represents the first tier of Local Government - the tier closest to local residents and the communities they live.
The Community Council supports 390 electorates across Pencaer and surrounding areas. The Community Council is made up of 6 local Community Councillor volunteers, supported by a Pembrokeshire County Councillor. The Community Council meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 08:00pm in St Nicholas village hall.
Community Councils are set up and controlled by law and can only act if there is a legal power to do so. Community Councils are often consulted on District issues such as planning applications, road improvements and changes to public transport. Community Councils can provide vital local knowledge such as flooding concerns and transport and access problems.
Community Councils are being encouraged to deliver more services and can also support local community groups and provide community activities. They also ensure that the principle authorities are aware of local concerns such as problems with potholes, highway visibility, litter and dog fouling.