Boston Borough Council launches WhatsApp Channel

Boston Borough Council is excited to announce the launch of its first WhatsApp Channel, providing residents and visitors with another convenient way to stay informed about local happenings.

Residents can now sign up to receive updates about the latest news, exciting events, activities, and services in their communities directly on their smartphones. Follow Boston Borough Council on WhatsApp today!

WhatsApp channels offer users a secure and private way to follow what matters to them, subscribing for free to news from their favourite organisations and celebrities. Channel admins and fellow followers don't have access to personal information such as names, profile photos, or numbers. Followers can set notifications to read messages in real-time and, if they choose, respond with a simple emoji or vote in a poll. Without public or private replies to posts, Channels steps away from the sometimes-hostile atmosphere that has turned some users away from other social networks.

Channel followers can also easily share WhatsApp channel posts with individual contacts and WhatsApp groups, helping to keep their friends, families, and local communities informed.

Councillor Anne Dorrian, Leader of Boston Borough Council, said, "I am thrilled that we are introducing WhatsApp Channel as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance communication with our residents, businesses and visitors. This new platform will allow us to deliver timely and relevant information directly to the community, making it easier for everyone to stay connected and informed."

The new WhatsApp Channel does not change how you can get in touch or share your views with the Council. Boston Borough Council will continue to run its other social media channels, public engagement sessions, customer contact service and website to support residents.

The launch is part of Boston Borough Council's ongoing efforts to improve the delivery of services to residents and visitors and create more meaningful, and efficient engagement with communities. Alongside the new WhatsApp Channel, you can follow Boston Borough Council on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and website.