On the 1st May 2025, Parish Council elections are taking place in Northamptonshire, and we are looking for local people to stand for election who want to help shape the future of Great Oxendon. We need people from all backgrounds and experiences, who are passionate about their local community, confident with IT and have a few hours spare each month. Councillors make a huge difference to the quality of life of local people and how local issues are dealt with.
What is the Parish Council?
Parish Councils are led by democratically elected councillors from the local community. Councillors decide on what services and projects the council will deliver for their community. As representatives of the first tier of local government and the closest to their communities, parish councillors are best placed to engage with their residents and find out what the real local issues are and how to overcome them.
What’s involved?
You will need to be available to meet every month and have time to receive and read various correspondence outside of these meetings. Councillors are not paid, but act in this role because they are passionate about the community and must abide by a local government code of conduct. Training to help you in your role is provided and paid for by the Council.
How long is the role for?
Once elected, Parish Councillors sit on the Council for a maximum of four years. If they want to stay in the post, they can stand for re-election. This does not mean that you have to stay for four years. If you find it’s not for you, or you can no longer meet the commitment, you can stand down at any time.
Do I need any skills, experience or special qualifications?
Some useful skills for being a councillor include:
• IT literate and good communication skills
• Passionate about your community
• Partnership and team working
• Being flexible, adaptable and open-minded
Still Interested?
To find out more about the local elections, eligibility and what’s involved to become a councillor, click this link to visit West Northamptonshire website https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/electoral-services/local-elections-2025 ; email clerk@greatoxendonparishcouncil.gov.uk ; or speak to one of the existing Parish Council team. Click this link to learn more about the https://greatoxendonparishcouncil.gov.uk/parish-council/our-councillors/
The deadline for registrations is Wednesday 2nd April 2025.
Not sure what to do next?
If you are curious, why not come along to our Parish Council Meeting on Monday 10th March 2025, 7:30pm at the Village Hall