Becoming a Councillor

If you are interested in helping your local community or would like to influence the way things are done in your area, have you thought of becoming a councillor?  

You can find out more about Lancashire Councillors here.

You can find out more about Councillors' allowances here.

Borough Councillors

For information about becoming a Borough Councillor in West Lancashire, please contact Thomas Lynan on 01695 585013 or email thomas.lynan@westlancs.gov.uk     

• You can also find guidance on the process and requirements for standing for election at the Electoral Commission (external link)

County Councillors

Elections are held every four years and the last scheduled election was held Thursday 2 May 2019.  

• More information about becoming a county councillor (external link)