What kind of skills and experience do councillors need?
It is important that councillors not only represent the communities they serve,but also have a wide range of skills and experience. That’s where you come in. The knowledge and experience you have picked up through your personal and professional life are important. While you don’t need any special or formal qualifications to be a councillor,having or being able to develop the following skills, knowledge and attributes will help you in your role: • Communication skills • Problem solving and analytical skills • Team working • Organisational skills • Ability to engage with your local community But don’t worry if you think you don’t yet have some of the skills or confidence to be a councillor. All councils have support, information and training available for new councillors.
