Are you passionate about community and local democracy? Do you want to make a difference to local life?
If your answer is yes, Argyll and Bute Council is holding a by-election for one councillor to represent the South Kintyre area. Representing your community as a councillor is highly rewarding and offers opportunities to shape what happens in your local areas as a decision-maker.
The by-election takes place on Thursday 2nd November 2023. To stand for election, you need to complete a nomination pack between Wednesday 20th September and 4pm on Monday 2nd October.
The pack is available online at https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2023-09/Nomination%20Pack%202%20November%202023_0.pdf.
You can also find information about what life is like as an elected member at https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2023-09/becoming_a_councillor_guide_jan_2021v2.pdf.
Our Elections team are happy to answer any questions you may have and outline the nomination process. You can call them on 01546 603264 or email at elections@argyll-bute.gov.uk.
South Kintyre voters will choose their new councillor on Thursday 2nd November 2023. Keep up to date at our by-election web page https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/my-council/elections/south-kintyre-election