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The Local Government Association is urging people to engage in positive, constructive debates ahead of the upcoming local elections and to find out more about the role of local councillors.
This May will see around 5,000 seats elected in councils of all types across England and Wales.
However, across the UK there are growing concerns about levels of public intimidation and toxicity of debate in local politics, both online and in person. This behaviour not only risks the personal safety and well-being of councillors but also undermines the fabric of local democracy.
The LGA is encouraging everyone to set a positive tone during this election period, leaving behind toxic discourse when engaging with local candidates and representatives.
James Jamieson, LGA chairman, said: “Councillors play a unique role in representing the needs of residents, often working together cross-party to tackle important local issues and to improve the quality of life of local people. Robust and lively debate in our councils and with our residents is a crucial part of the democratic process. Differences of opinion and the defence of those opinions through councillors’ arguments and public debate are an essential part of the cut and thrust of political life.
“But we hear too many harrowing stories from councillors and officers about the harassment and intimidation they face. This is unacceptable and damages our democracy by forcing people from public service. As we approach the May local elections, I urge residents to find out more about the important role of councillors representing and leading their communities and engage in positive, constructive conversations and debates, to help make local democracy a welcoming environment for all.”
Sue Robb of 4Children talks to Julie Laughton and Alison Britton from the Department for Education about the role of childminders in delivering the 30 hours free entitlement.
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