A consultation is a formal process where we ask for your views to help us make a decision on a specific topic. We consider what you say and use this, along with other information.
You can engage with us and other residents on topics and initiatives of interest, helping to shape our decisions and plans on our consultation website.
Petitions
A petition is a formal way for you to give your views on a topic that interests you.
Anyone who lives, works or studies in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole can start or sign a petition. There's no age limit; children and young people can sign and start petitions.
Petitions sent to us can inform decisions and lead to change. For example, a petition can:
- bring an issue to our attention
- show strong public approval or disapproval to something that we are doing
To create or support a petition, you can visit our democracy website.