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Shalini Bhatt
Labour candidate for West Thurrock and South Stifford
Labour
Shalini is a breath of fresh air, she is local, determined, and ready to make a real difference in our community. Shalini lives in Ockendon, her children attend local schools, and she works at the local post office. Shalini is already involved in a number of local initiatives, and she’ll be a strong, voice for Ockendon on the council.
Previous elections
Ockendon (2025)
Labour Party· Not elected
Where Shalini 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
Thurrock