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Councillor Candidate
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Dan Bennett

Reform UK candidate for Denton West

Reform UK

Dan is a lifelong resident of Denton West and a proud supporter of Denton West Cricket Club with firm family roots in the area and a genuine understanding of the community he is standing to represent. As an NHS worker and IT professional, Dan brings both frontline public service experience and the technical expertise needed to modernise how Tameside Council operates. He is focused on improving digital infrastructure, cutting waste, and ensuring taxpayers’ money is used efficiently to deliver better services. Dan is committed to protecting Denton’s green spaces and standing firmly against overdevelopment, ensuring the character of the area is preserved for future generations. Honest, approachable, and determined, Dan is a man that residents can rely on. As a branch, we are proud to support him as our candidate - a competent, committed and capable voice for the people of Denton West on Tameside Council.

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Denton West Ward

Where Dan fits into things

Gorton and Denton

Constituency

Denton West

Ward

DB

Dan Bennett

Candidate

Denton West

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

Manchester