Town Councillor vacancies available

Published: 24 May 2024

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council currently has 3 vacancies for a Councillor for the Blaina Ward and 5 vacancies for Nantyglo Ward which may be filled through the process of co-option (please see the vacancy details below). Co-opted Councillors are expected to attend monthly meetings of the Council and to serve on Committees. The role is varied and enables local people to use their skills and experience to represent people in their local communities and enhance the work undertaken by the Council for the benefit of the community.

The Council wishes to invite interested and eligible people to submit their application from (see website or contact the Town Clerk for a copy of the application form) and accompanying letter for the role of Councillor by way of outlining the following:

· The contribution you believe you could make to the work of the Council and to the communities the Council serves.

· The personal qualities and relevant experience that you would bring to the role.

· Your availability to attend meetings

You must also clearly state in your letter that you are a qualified to stand as a Councillor and that you are not disqualifies from standing as a Councillor.

You will need to check your eligibility to become a Councillor on the following website: http://electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/candidate-or-agent/parish-and-community-council-elections-in-england-and-wales

You must include your home address, telephone number and email address in your letter. Please specify if there is a specific Ward you wish to be considered for. The vacancies are in Blaina – 3 seats and Nantyglo – 5 seats.

Please send your application form to the Town Clerk, Council Offices, Blaina Community Institute, High Street, Blaina, NP13 3BN or email to clerk@nantygloandblainatc.co.uk

Mrs Tracy Hughes – Town Clerk / RFO, Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council.

May 2024