MCF User Guide
My Council Framework — User Guide
Everything your clerks and councillors need to run a compliant, modern council website — written in plain English, step by step.
My Council Framework (MCF) is an accessibility-first content management system for UK parish and town councils. This guide walks through every feature in the admin panel: managing content, running community services, and keeping your site compliant with WCAG 2.2 AA.
Start with The Admin Panel — logging in, two-factor authentication, and a tour of the dashboard — then explore the sections below.
Browse by area
The Admin Panel
Log in, set up two-factor authentication, and find your way around the dashboard.
Pages & ContentPage Builder
Build and edit pages with drag-and-drop content blocks — no code needed.
Pages & ContentNews & Events
Publish news articles, run an events calendar, and keep residents informed.
CouncilMeetings & Documents
Schedule meetings, publish agendas and minutes, and manage councillors.
CommunityVenues & Booking
List bookable venues and amenities and take booking requests from residents.
CommunityResident Issues
Let residents report local issues and track them through to resolution.
CommunicationsContact & Newsletter
Manage contact form enquiries and send newsletters to subscribers.
AdministrationSite Settings & Themes
Brand your site, choose a theme, and configure accessibility options.
AdministrationUsers & Roles
Add colleagues and control what each person can see and do.
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