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Nancy Lynn Cartwright
Labour candidate for Cutteslowe & Sunnymead
Labour
Nancy Cartwright is a Professor in philosophy and the history of science, especially physics and economics. Recently her work has focused on how to use scientific research to shape better policy making, including with regard to education, child protection, and international development. Nancy has worked in many Universities across Britain and beyond, receiving much recognition for her work.
Where Nancy fits into things
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
Vale of White Horse