Research Report 2 - Understanding the barriers and incentives to becoming and remaining a councillor in England

 Published  10 December 2007
 Product code  07 PRO 04892/2
 Price  Free


Summary

Communities and Local Government commissioned this study of the barriers and incentives to becoming a councillor in England. In particular, this research aims to improve understanding of three key issues.

  • The unique barriers and incentives experienced by those belonging to groups that are under-represented in the council chamber at a national level, including:
    women, ethnic minorities, younger people, and those in full-time employment.
  • Employer attitudes to releasing employees for council duties, and in particular, how this varies by sector (public, private, and community and voluntary).
  • The motivations and experiences of those councillors who stand down during or immediately after completion of their first term in office.

Order

  • This report is free to download below, hard copies may be ordered from the publication centre, Communities and Local Government Publications, PO Box 236, Wetherby LS23 7NB. Tel: 0870 1226 236, fax: 0870 1226 237, textphone: 0870 1207 405, email: communities@twoten.com. Please quote the product code when ordering. Delivery will be 5 to 7 days from receipt of order. A maximum quantity restriction may apply.

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