DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

Democracy in Action
13 November 2023 — 12.00 – 13.15
FREE 
Sponsor: Local Government Association

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