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Josh Owen
Labour candidate for Shaw
Labour
I am a research scientist and engineer who returned from the United States and became active in localcampaigns to support my community. I am standing to be your borough councillor to grow the local economy, create skilled jobs, and champion science in local politics.
Where Josh 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