Being a District Councillor means representing your community and working to make a real difference in local life.
Councillors play a vital role in shaping services, influencing decisions, and ensuring residents’ voices are heard.
It’s about listening, engaging, and working collaboratively to improve the district for everyone. If you are interested in becoming a Councillor, further information is available below.
What is a Councillor?
Councillors are elected by local people to plan, run, monitor and develop council business.
They work to improve the quality of life of people within the district and make decisions about local issues. More information can be found here.
What does a Councillor do?
Councillors work with local people and partners, such as community groups, businesses and other organisations, to agree and deliver on local priorities.
The decisions are implemented by permanent council staff, council officers, who deliver services on a daily basis. Find more information on what a Councillor does
Why become a Councillor?
Being a councillor is all about giving back to your community by bringing your energy, passion, and hard-working attitude.
You can make a real difference to the local community and wider society in many ways as a councillor. More information can be found on the local government website.
Do I need qualifications or experience to become a Councillor?
There are a number of useful skills which help councillors carry out their role. However, you will receive training and become more experienced and confident once elected.
This can be a steep learning curve, but it is worth it for what you can achieve for your community. More information can be found here.
What is the time commitment?
Being a councillor requires commitment and hard work, but the role can be done flexibly around employment, studying, caring, and other voluntary commitments.