DEMOCRACY IN ACTION

National Association of Local Councils

This event is brought to you by the National Association of Local Councils and the 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 <a href="https://www.nalc.gov.uk/our-work/local-elections" title="https://www.nalc.gov.uk/our-work/local-elections" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Make A Change</a> and LGA <a href="https://www.local.gov.uk/be-councillor" title="https://www.local.gov.uk/be-councillor" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Be A Councillor</a> 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 and Neil Wedge, chief executive of the Dorset Association of Parish and Town Councils

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