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Jason Ochere
Labour candidate for St Giles
Labour
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
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