Cupar (ward) facts for kids
Cupar is a special area, or ward, in Fife, Scotland. It is one of 22 such areas. People living in the Cupar ward get to choose three people to represent them. These chosen people are called Councillors. They work for the Fife council, which is like the local government for the area.
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What are Councillors?
Councillors are people chosen by local voters to make decisions for their community. They help manage things like schools, parks, roads, and local services. In Cupar, three councillors are elected to speak for the people living there. They work together to make Fife a better place.
Who are Cupar's Current Councillors?
The people currently representing Cupar in the Fife Council are:
- Margaret Kennedy (from the Liberal Democrats party)
- Stefan Hoggan-Radu (from the SNP party)
- John Caffrey (from the Liberal Democrats party)
These councillors were chosen in the most recent local election.
How are Councillors Chosen?
Councillors are chosen through elections. In an election, people vote for the candidates they want to represent them. The candidates who get enough votes become the councillors. Cupar elects three councillors using a system called Single Transferable Vote (STV). This system helps make sure that the councillors chosen represent a good mix of what people want.
2022 Election Results
The most recent election for Cupar's councillors happened in 2022. In this election, people voted to choose their three representatives.
The winners of the 2022 election were:
- Margaret Kennedy (Scottish Liberal Democrats)
- Stefan Hoggan-Radu (Scottish National Party)
- John Caffrey (Scottish Liberal Democrats)
Many people voted in this election. Out of 11,439 people who could vote, 6,151 people did. This means about 53.8% of people voted.
2017 Election Results
Before the 2022 election, the councillors for Cupar were chosen in 2017.
The winners of the 2017 election were:
- Margaret Kennedy (Scottish Liberal Democrats)
- Tony Miklinski (Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party)
- Karen Marjoram (Scottish National Party)
In 2017, about 53.6% of the people who could vote in Cupar did so.
