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Councillor Candidate
Emma Lilian Vinton

Emma Lilian Vinton

Liberal Democrats candidate for Longbenton & Benton

Liberal Democrats

Emma is a Registered Mental Health Nurse and Medical Writer who is passionate about solving the issues that matter the most to you. These include stopping cuts to disability benefits, limiting the number of DWP PIP reviews, improving transport links and increasing staff numbers in the NHS, especially in high target areas such as mental health. Vote now for a fairer Britain.

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Previous elections

Killingworth (2025)

Liberal Democrats· Not elected

Longbenton & Benton Ward

Where Emma fits into things

Newcastle upon Tyne North

Constituency

Longbenton & Benton

Ward

Emma Lilian Vinton

Emma Lilian Vinton

Candidate

Longbenton & Benton

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

Newcastle upon Tyne