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Mark William Phillippo
Green Party candidate for Beckenham Town & Copers Cope
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Green Party
Mark grew up in South London and has lived in Penge with his wife and two boys for the past 19 years. Mark's previous work experience has included working in homeless hostels and other types of supported housing and as a Commissioner of Supported Housing for a neighbouring London borough. Currently, Mark is a Programme Manager for q national homelessness charity.
Previous elections
Crystal Palace (2018)
Green Party· Not elected
Where Mark fits into things
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
Bromley