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Councillor Candidate
Emily Lygo

Emily Lygo

Labour candidate for Headington

Labour

I am proud to have been born, schooled and work in and around Headington, which I am proud to call my home. I work for the OXSRAD charity where I am a supervisor coordinating inclusive activities for disabled people. I cherish the opportunity to support vulnerable people and to create a more welcoming community in Oxford. I am also a Domestic Abuse Champion for the charity Reducing the Risk, working to raise awareness of domestic abuse and ensure that vulnerable women are supported and safeguarded. I am committed to public service and my lifelong connection to Headington means I understand the needs, strengths, and concerns of local residents, and I am committed to representing our community with compassion, dedication, and integrity.

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Headington Ward

Where Emily fits into things

Oxford East

Constituency

Headington

Ward

Emily Lygo

Emily Lygo

Candidate

Headington

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

Oxford