E-government

E- Government is an online feature created to make it easier and quicker to pay government fees. The E-government websites are designated for each county. Our local website for Tunbridge wells is: http://www2.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/. This website gives the user a chance to pay their taxes, mortgage, direct debits, etc. The website also generates information about the Borough council and the local area.

Payment

The picture to the right is an example of how easy it is to pay your council tax/mortgage. Each payment would need this amount of information but it proves how simple and efficient it is to do online.

Apply

Another feature to the website is where you can apply for grants, building regulations, planning permission and others. The information given is very detailed and will be told whether you qualify and if you don't understand you can ask for further information.

 

Report

The website also allows you to report any incidents that could have happened. Your details will need to be entered, where it took place and when you saw it. The incidents could vary from dog fouling to graffiti. 

Locate

Another handy function to the website is locate, which allows the user to find certain attractions/ accommodation there and then. 

Direct Gov is also a very useful website, allowing people to find out more information about their local area and businesses within, e.g. schools. It is a wide spread business that deals with education, driving, taxes and aids the homeless, disabled and unemployed.
The website also gives anyone the chance to apply to be a councilor. Not only that but by just entering your postcode or area, you will be able to see who your local councilor is now.