Ahead of April’s local authority elections, Douglas City Council is to host three informal drop-in sessions for aspiring Councillors.
These will be held at City Hall next Friday (February 28) between midday and 2pm and the following Tuesday (March 4) from 12pm-2pm and 5pm-7pm.
Senior officers will be on hand at all three sessions to answer questions about the role and responsibilities of a Councillor.
Prospective Councillors
An information pack for potential candidates is also available to download on the Douglas City Council website.
Douglas City Council is responsible for various functions, facilities and services in the capital including refuse and recycling collections, social housing and street lighting.
The Council will have twelve vacant seats, across four wards (Central, East, North and South) with voters due to head to the polls on Thursday, April 24.
Local Elections
By serving on Douglas City Council, you can make your voice heard and influence decisions that will help shape the future of your community.
Nomination forms will be available from March 13 at City Hall and the Council’s website.
Successful candidates will be invited to attend induction sessions which will take place on April 28 and April 30.
You can contact the Crown and Elections Unit on 685754 or at www.gov.im/registertovote for more information or to check if you are registered.
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