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James Elie Cookson

James Elie Cookson

Labour councillor for Topsham

Council: Exeter

Term started: 7 May 2026

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Election history

Topsham (2026)

Labour · 1,189 votes· Elected

Newton Abbot North (2025)

Labour Party · Vote total not available· Not elected

Topsham (2025)

Labour Party · Vote total not available· Elected

Contact Information

Address

C/o Civic Centre, Paris Street, Exeter, EX1 1JN

Topsham Ward
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Where James fits into things

Exmouth and Exeter East

Constituency

Topsham

Ward

James Elie Cookson

James Elie Cookson

Councillor

Topsham

GR

Gemma Rolstone

Councillor · Topsham

MW

Matthew Williams

Councillor · Topsham

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

Exeter (LC)

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