Thornbury Town Council is inviting passionate and committed members of the local
community to step forward and serve as town councillor.
Elected
members play a vital role in representing the interests of the community,
influencing local policy decisions, and directing funds towards areas of need
to drive forward a range of improvements in the local area.
Hannah Bowden the Chief Executive said “This
is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in our community,
ensuring that Thornbury thrives and flourishes.”
Key
responsibilities of a town councillor include being
an active participant in council meetings and local events, collaborating with
other councillors to make informed decisions for the benefit of the community,
engaging with local residents to understand their
needs and concerns, and advocating for the community on local and, potentially,
national issues.
The position
also involves overseeing local projects and ensuring responsible management of
council funds.
No prior
experience is necessary as training and support will be provided to all elected
councillors.
In order to be eligible for
co-option as a Thornbury Town Councillor you
must be a British citizen, or a citizen of the Commonwealth or the European Union and be 18 years of age or over on the 'relevant date' (i.e. the day on which you
are co-opted). Addiitonally you must be connected to the area, more details can be found in the application form below.
Interested
individuals are invited to submit an application by 9am Monday 5th January 2026. The co-optiopn is due to take place at the Full Council meeting on the 13th January 2026.
For any questions or an informal discussion about the role please call Hannah Bowden on 01454 412103.
