Hellen Benavides

Liberal Democrats councillor for Borough & Bankside

This candidate was elected.

Liberal Democrats

Hellen is a former journalist now working in digital marketing. Originally from Brazil, Hellen has lived in Borough and Bankside for a number of years. She has been the Vice Chair of Living Bankside since 2024 because she is passionate about our community. Hellen is passionate about improving community safety in Borough and Bankside.

Where Hellen fits into things

Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Constituency

Borough & Bankside

Ward

Hellen Benavides

Candidate

Borough & Bankside

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

Southwark