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Councillor Candidate
Richard George Winter

Richard George Winter

Green Party candidate for Bournville & Cotteridge

Green Party

Richard was born in Birmingham, moved to Cotteridge with his husband ten years ago and enjoys walks in local parks with his puppy. Professionally, he works in skills and education, helping people access training and employment. Richard cares deeply about the neighbourhood and wants to help ensure local services work well so that everyone has the chance to succeed. In his job at a charity, Richard works with employers to help young people gain skills for work. He will build stronger links between schools and local businesses and champion the supported internships scheme at Selly Oak Trust School. Richard would push for Council contracts and planning approvals to include jobs and skills opportunities for local young people.

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Bournville & Cotteridge Ward

Where Richard fits into things

Birmingham Selly Oak

Constituency

Bournville & Cotteridge

Ward

Richard George Winter

Richard George Winter

Candidate

Bournville & Cotteridge

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

Birmingham