Next year there are elections for Town, Parish and Unitary Authorities in our area.  

This event promotes the idea of standing for elections as a councillor – be it at Parish or County level.

The event is called Democracy in Action – Make A Change and Be A Councillor. It is already being advertised on the HPC website (https://www.hughenden-pc.gov.uk/council_events/democracy-in-action/) .

The event is free, but you do need to register.

Democracy in Action – Make A Change and Be A Councillor

Do you want to give something back to your community? To empower your place in uncertain times? To use the momentum from the recent general election to renew your local area?

This NALC Make A Change (https://www.nalc.gov.uk/campaigns/becoming-a-councillor.html) and LGA Be A Councillor (https://www.local.gov.uk/be-councillor) event aims to promote the idea of standing for election as a local (parish, town and community) and principal authority (district, county, borough or unitary) councillor at the May 2025 local council elections. We need people from all backgrounds and experiences who reflect the communities they serve to put themselves forward for election. Join us to hear from experts in the field who have become brilliant local councillors at various local government levels, from all quarters.

Whether you live in a parished or un-parished area, this unique free event will provide a valuable opportunity to learn about the work and role of local councillors in your community and answer your questions about standing for election as a local councillor in May 2025.

A diverse panel of experts will share their insights, experience, and advice. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussions with representatives from areas which held local council elections in May 2024 and elsewhere, to find out how you can change your place for good.

Speakers: Tamsin Hewett, advisor at the Local Government Association, Cllr Jackie Drake, Ulverston town and Westmorland and Furness district councillor, Neil Wedge, chief executive of the Dorset Association of Parish and Town Councils and Cllr Chidi Nweke, Loughton Residents Association representative on Epping Forest District Council.

Register (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/democracy-in-action-tickets-947971106097)

12.00 – 13.15 on Wednesday 13th Nov