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“In Hellen's own words
“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.”
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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