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James Douglas Hillam
Conservative councillor for Purley & Woodcote
Term started: 7 May 2026
Conservative
Election history
Purley & Woodcote (2026)
Conservative · 2,419 votes· Elected
Contact Information
Purley & Woodcote Ward
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Where James fits into things
Croydon South
Constituency
Purley & Woodcote
Ward
James Douglas Hillam
Councillor
Purley & Woodcote
Simon Brew
Councillor · Purley & Woodcote
Samir Dwesar
Councillor · Purley & Woodcote
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