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Becoming a District Councillor

Full District Council elections are held in Eden every four years when all seats are open for election. The last elections were held in May 2007. The next are schedule for May 2011.

Sometimes by-elections take place between district elections if a Councillor resigns or dies.

If you are interested in becoming a Councillor read 'Becoming a Councillor in Eden - Serving Your Local Community (PDF: 128Kb / 14 pages) alternatively read 'Becoming a Councillor in Eden - Serving Your Local Community (Word Document: 183Kb / 14 pages) This booklet gives you some information about becoming a District Councillor in Eden; the time commitments, the constraints, the rewards and the demands placed on you over a four year term of office as an elected member of the Council.

For further information:

  • Contact: Democratic Services & Elections
  • Address: Town Hall, Penrith Cumbria CA11 7QF
  • Telephone: 01768 212253 / 212207
  • Fax: 01768 890470
  • Email: elections@eden.gov.uk