Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Val Elliott
Conservative candidate for Kempshott & Buckskin
Resident and neighbour in Kempshott and Buckskin. Bringing people together has always been my passion. I have organised community events, was a Girlguiding member for over 30yrs, previously a trustee of BACP and currently volunteer as a driver for Neighbour Care. With my background as an accountant and commercial leader, I am committed to working for the changes the residents of this ward need.
Kempshott & Buckskin Ward
Where Val fits into things
Basingstoke
Constituency
Kempshott & Buckskin
Ward
Val Elliott
Candidate
Kempshott & Buckskin
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Basingstoke and Deane