Thinking of becoming a councillor?

Have you ever thought about representing your community by becoming a member of Denbighshire County Council?

The Council is launching an information campaign to encourage people to consider becoming councillors when the county’s residents go to the polls on May 3, 2012.

There are 47 councillors on Denbighshire County Council. Councillors make sure the council delivers good services; decide on things that the council should be working on; help people in their area and get involved with their local communities.

Other key responsibilities include discussing and agreeing major policies to determine how services are run; agreeing how much will be spend by the Council each year; agreeing how much you pay in council tax and listening to the views of other councillors.

An easy guide on becoming a councillor is available on the council’s website: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/elections
You can also receive a copy by phoning 01824 706222 or by e-mail: public.relations@denbighshire.gov.uk

The campaign will also promote the need for residents to ensure their names appear on the electoral register, to allow them their right to vote.

In January 2012  the Council will be hosting roadshows across the county where you have the chance to come and speak with representatives of the council about what is involved in becoming a councillor.

You can always log on to Facebook and type in 'Elections Denbighshire 2012' in the search engine or sign up to 'Denbighshire County Council' on Twitter for the latest feed of information and election news.