


be a councillor
Randy Conteh
- Local football supporter
- Charity worker
- Involved with community groups
- Local councillor
"If you tell the truth, speak from the heart and talk common sense, then people will listen."

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There are many reasons why people decide to become a local councillor. Councillors say that some of the reasons include: