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Jason Ochere

Labour candidate for St Giles

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In Jason's own words

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.

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St Giles Ward

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Where Jason fits into things

Peckham

Constituency

St Giles

Ward

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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