To become a councillor is to take on one of the most rewarding tasks within the conservative party.
A councillor is in the position to influence decisions to help her own local community.
Working together with the other conservative councillors, or working independently to help
individuals in her own ward can give great satisfaction.
There are different types of councils, depending upon the area in which you live, Parish Councils,
District Councils, County Councils, Unitary Authorities, Metropolitan Districts, and London Boroughs.
You will need to be elected to become a councillor. You must first get in touch with your local
Constituency Association; they are responsible for deciding who will be nominated to become a
councillor. You will be asked to fill in a form, and provide a CV.
To be eligible to become a councillor you must be:
- A British subject or a citizen of the Irish Republic or the European Union and resident of the United Kingdom
- 21 or over on the day of nomination
- Either on the electoral register for the council area in which you are seeking election, or have lived or worked in that council area for at least the last twelve months
You will not be able to stand for election if:
- You hold a paid office or employment within the council you wish to stand for
- You have been convicted of a criminal offence and sentenced to not less than three months imprisonment within the last five years
Do not be afraid that you are not qualified for this important position. Women naturally have
all the skills necessary for this. Communication skills, organisational skills, caring and
listening skills - women have them in abundance. Training is provided, expenses are provided,
sometime crèches are provided, and your work schedule will be worked out between you and
your group leader so that you do not take on more than you can manage.
To become a Conservative councillor:
- Getting selected
- Plan your campaign
- Organise your team
- Canvassing
- Leaflets
- Polling Day
- You’ve been elected!
For further information please contact:
Councillor Mrs Diane Revell
Tel: 01375 891431
diane.revell@conservativewomen.org.uk