


be a councillor
Tom Day
- Plays squash
- Enjoys a drink with friends
- Works in local government
- Local councillor
"When things change and you know it’s because of you, it’s a great feeling."

"When things change and you know it’s because of you, it’s a great feeling."
When I meet people and tell them I’m a councillor people often respond ‘you’re far too young to be a councillor, shouldn’t you be out enjoying yourself?’
To an extent they are right, being a councillor is a serious commitment, but I can genuinely say that being a Councillor has been a lot of fun and the skills and knowledge you gain from being a councillor can open a lot of doors.
Yes, it is nerve-wracking knocking on doors asking people to vote for you and yes, the council meetings can occasionally be a little monotonous, and it is sometimes hard to keep a straight face when I am in ceremonial attire wearing a cloak and Nelson hat! But when things change and you know it’s because of you, it’s a great feeling.
There aren’t many opportunities for young people which allow you to have a direct say in how millions of pounds are spent, or which give you the ability to make a phone call and get a problem sorted out for a local resident.
People say it a lot but it is true - all you need to be a good politician is the drive to make things better, and a little confidence to step forward.