Councillors are elected to represent a number of local residents in an area called a ward.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is made up of 76 councillors that represent 33 wards.
The role of a councillor centres around community leadership and engagement.
Eligibility
You could be a councillor if you meet the criteria set out on the electoral commission's website.
Election campaign support
You can appoint an election agent to help you:
- organise your expenses
- arrange public meetings
- display and issue advertisements or publications
You can do this yourself if you’d prefer.
You’ll need to cover your campaign expenses, and declare them in your Return of Expenses.