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Councillor
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Glenn Thompson

Independent / Other councillor for Westoe

Council: South Tyneside

Term ends: 7 May 2026

Independent / Other
Message

Westoe Ward

Where Glenn fits into things

South Shields

Constituency

Westoe

Ward

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Glenn Thompson

Councillor

Westoe

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

South Tyneside (LC)