How Do I Get Elected as a Borough Councillor?

Charnwood Borough Council elects all its councillors every four years and each serves a four year term.

Each political party selects candidates to stand in every ward or sometimes independent candidates stand. The Councillor who has come to the end of their term may wish to stand again for another term of office or may stand down.

You will need to contact your local political party directly to discuss becoming a candidate if you wish to represent them.

The Electoral Commission provides information about elections in England, including comprehensive guidance for potential candidates. A link to the Electoral Commission website can be found in the External websites section below.

Links to the websites of the local parties currently represented in the Council are below.