Role of a Councillor

The role of a local councillor is not defined in law but is essentially to represent the local community, contributing to decisions made by the council. This can include responding to residents’ questions, investigating their concerns, leading campaigns on their behalf.

Being aware of, communicating and liaising with other bodies locally (including interest groups and businesses) communicating council decisions to residents and representing residents views at council meetings. working/communicating with representatives of local organisations, interest groups and businesses.