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Graham Harrison
Reform UK candidate for Burn Valley
- Hold regular surgeries to address community concerns - Implement cost-cutting measures by reducing non-essential spending - Take action to stop anti-social behaviour in the burn valley ward "I was born and raised in the Burn Valley ward. Over the past 15 years, I have been dedicated to serving our residents through my work at Yodel, walking the streets 6 days a week all year round. This experience has given me a deep understanding of the challenges and issues faced by our community. I am committed to being a strong advocate for all residents at the council.
Previous elections
Burn Valley (2024)
Reform UK· Not elected
Rossmere (2021)
Veterans and People’s Party· Not elected
Hart (2019)
UK Independence Party (UKIP)· Not elected
Seaton (2019)
UK Independence Party (UKIP)· Not elected
Burn Valley Ward
Where Graham fits into things
Hartlepool
Constituency
Burn Valley
Ward
Graham Harrison
Candidate
Burn Valley
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
Hartlepool