Published: 2024-03-03 by, News Team in the Legal & Political news category

Residents Urged to Shape Future Ward Boundaries in Local Government

In a recent decision, the Local Government Boundary Commission has opted to maintain Newcastle's councillor count at 78, aligning with the current representation structure.

Residents and local organizations are encouraged to participate in a 10-week consultation period running until April 1, 2024. This consultation aims to gather feedback on various aspects of the local area, including community ties, shared facilities such as parks and schools, common issues faced by neighboring communities, and recent developments shaping community focus.

As an independent body responsible for delineating boundaries, the Commission seeks input to ensure that councillor representation adequately reflects the electorate's distribution and that ward configurations facilitate efficient council operations while preserving community identities.

Professor Colin Mellors, Chair of the Commission, emphasized the importance of community engagement in shaping electoral arrangements: "We want people in Newcastle to help us. We are starting to draw up new wards for Newcastle. We want our proposals for new electoral arrangements to reflect communities."

Individuals and organizations can contribute their perspectives through the Commission's website or via email. The Commission pledges to consider local feedback in formulating proposals for new ward boundaries, with additional rounds of consultation planned in the future.

To participate in the consultation and share your views, visit Local Government Boundary Commission's website or email your input to reviews@lgbce.org.uk. Your insights matter in shaping the future of Newcastle's electoral landscape.

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