If you care about the future of your local community and want to make a difference helping to keep it a great place to live and work then why not step forward and apply to become a town councillor? Littleport Town Council has vacancies for three town councillors.
Town Council meetings are held on the third Monday of the month at The Barn.
No previous experience is necessary; we welcome individuals from all walks of life who are passionate about community service and eager to contribute their unique perspectives.
As a town councillor, you will have the opportunity to:
~ Influence local policies and decisions
~ Work on projects that enhance the quality of life in Littleport
~ Collaborate with fellow councillors and community members
~ Represent the interests and concerns of your neighbors
~ Training and support will be provided to ensure you feel confident in your new role. Join us in shaping the future of Littleport and making it an even better place to call home. Your voice matters – take this chance to make it heard!
Applications to Diane Lane [email protected] by 1st October 2024 or apply here
To qualify for election to the Town Council, a person, unless disqualified by virtue of the Local Government Act 1972 or any other enactment, must on the day of election be a British subject or citizen of the European Union or Ireland and attained the age of 18 years and
1) on that day is and thereafter continues to be a local government elector for the area of the authority; or
2) has during the whole of the twelve months preceding that day occupied as owner or tenant any land or other premises in the area; or
3) his or her principal or only place of work during that twelve months has been in the area; or
4) has during the twelve months resided in that area; or
5) during the whole twelve months has resided in the Parish or within 4.8 Kilometres (three miles) of it.
Disqualification from being elected a member is set out in Section 80 of the Local Government Act 1972.