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Councillor Candidate
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Benita Blessing

Workers Party of Britain candidate for Spotland & Falinge

Workers Party of Britain

I am a personal & career development coach as well as a Qualified Teacher, motivational speaker, the founder and CEO of Harvest Recruitment Group and Harvest Touch Youth & skills community Hub based in Rochdale Manchester United Kingdom. as well as an immigration consultant. and a mother of two beautiful girls. I am passionate about helping people unlock their full potential, both personally and professionally. I am young dynamic and full of ideas, which is the direct opposite of this tired run-down council. Over the years, I have had the privilege of guiding individuals through career transitions, building their confidence, and helping them achieve success in the workplace. Recently, I launched my book, Yes! I Got the Job, which is a practical and empowering guide for anyone navigating the challenges of the job market, from interviews to landing their dream role. I am really excited to be here, to share make an impact by bringing my blessing on you all as your perspective candidate to make a change in Spotland & Falinge.

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Spotland & Falinge Ward

Where Benita fits into things

Heywood and Middleton North

Constituency

Spotland & Falinge

Ward

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Benita Blessing

Candidate

Spotland & Falinge

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

Rochdale