Jason Ochere

Labour candidate for St Giles

Labour

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Born and raised in Southwark, Councillor Jason Ochere understands first-hand the importance of improving access to opportunities, especially for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. Elected in 2018, Jason has championed local issues relating to business, jobs, planning, youth violence, the environment and scrutiny of council decisions. He works as a business communications specialist.

Previous elections

St Giles (2022)

Labour Party· Elected

St Giles (2018)

Labour Party· Elected

St Giles Ward

Where Jason fits into things

Peckham

Constituency

St Giles

Ward

Jason Ochere

Candidate

St Giles

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

Southwark