Previous CandidateChange Maker
Fay Howard
Labour candidate for Shaw
Labour
I've lived in Westlea since moving to Swindon in 1988 to begin my nurse training at Princess Margaret Hospital. I've served as a councillor for twenty years. I've loved raising my children here, and now my grandchildren. Like you, I want the best for our community.
Where Fay 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
Swindon