Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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James Edward Batho
Liberal Democrats candidate for St Barnabas
James Batho has been a hardworking City Councillor for many years and promises to continue his commitment to the local community on the County Council. A former teacher and youth group leader, he has lived with his family in Winchester for over 25 years.
Previous elections
Southampton Itchen (2024)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
St Barnabas (2022)
Liberal Democrats· Elected
Badger Farm & Oliver's Battery (2021)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Winchester Downlands (2021)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
St Barnabas Ward
Where James fits into things
Winchester
Constituency
St Barnabas
Ward
James Edward Batho
Candidate
St Barnabas
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
Winchester