Have you ever thought about getting more involved in the community? Would you like to influence the way local services are provided? Ever thought about becoming a Councillor?
Well, Stratford-on-Avon District Council is hosting an event on Monday 11 January 2010 from 6.30pm to 8pm at the District Council's offices, Church Street, Stratford-upon-Avon to help people who are interested or thinking about becoming a local Councillor.
At the event you can find out what it's like to be a Councillor with talks from current Councillors demonstrating the challenging role of a Councillor. Officers will also give a talk about the practical help and training on offer.
Councillors come from all walks of life and almost anyone can stand for election to their local Council but you must be a British, Commonwealth or European Union Citizen, over 18, be an elector within the District or have worked or occupied premises within it for the previous 12 months.
You don't need any experience as full induction training will be provided and there is an ongoing programme of structured training for Council members and you will also receive a basic allowance of £4,500 (2009/10).
The next District Council elections* take place in May 2010 and the closing date by which you must submit your nomination is 8 April 2010.
For further information or to book a place please contact Stratford-on-Avon District Council on 01789 260202.
*Wards up for District Council elections in 2010 Alcester, Bidford & Salford, Brailes, Harbury, Kinwarton, Long Compton, Long Itchington, Quinton, Sambourne, Snitterfield, Southam, Stratford Alveston, Stratford Avenue and New Town, Stratford Guild and Hathaway, Studley, Tanworth, Vale of the Red Horse and Wellesbourne.
