The ‘Be A Councillor’ Taster Event takes places on Monday 10 March, from 5pm – 7pm in the Alverne Room in St John’s Hall, Penzance
Penzance Council is inviting members of the community to a special event for anyone thinking of standing as a councillor in the Local Elections on 1 May 2025.
The free ‘Be A Councillor’ Taster Event takes place on Monday 10 March, from 5pm – 7pm in the Alverne Room in St John’s Hall, Penzance. Following talks and an opportunity to quiz councillors and staff from Penzance Council, attendees will be invited to stay and watch the scheduled Full Council meeting at 7pm.
At the Local Elections this May, all 20 seats across the four wards of Penzance Parish will be contested: six seats in Penzance Promenade, six seats in Penzance East, five seats in Newlyn & Mousehole, and three seats in Heamoor & Gulval.
Penzance Council needs people from all backgrounds and experiences who reflect the communities they live in to put themselves forward to stand as councillors.
Being a councillor can be a rewarding experience, offering the opportunity to help shape the future of your community. Councillors can be a voice for residents in the Parish and can make a huge difference to the quality of life of local people.
You can be part of a political party or stand independently for Local Elections. You don’t need any experience or special qualifications, but will gain lots of new skills, knowledge, and confidence.
Local residents interested in learning more about what is involved in being a councillor are invited to attend the ‘Be A Councillor’ Taster Event at St John’s Hall from 5pm on 10 March. Refreshments will be available, and members of the team will be on hand to answer any questions, before a presentation by Penzance Council Town Clerk, James Hardy, at 5.45pm.
Anyone who would like more information ahead of the event can contact Penzance Council on [email protected] or 01736 363405.
