Dunblane and Bridge of Allan (ward) facts for kids
Dunblane and Bridge of Allan is a special area, or ward, within the Stirling Council in Scotland. Think of a ward like a neighborhood or district that gets to choose its own representatives. This ward is one of seven in the Stirling Council area. People living here vote to elect four special helpers called councillors. These councillors work to make decisions for the local community.
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What is a Ward?
A ward is like a local voting area. When people vote in local elections, they vote for people to represent their specific ward. This helps make sure that different parts of a larger area, like Stirling, have their voices heard.
Who are the Councillors?
Councillors are like local leaders. They are elected by the people in their ward to represent them in the Stirling Council. Their job is to listen to the community and make decisions about local services. This includes things like schools, parks, roads, and waste collection.
The councillors for Dunblane and Bridge of Allan are chosen through elections. Here are some of the councillors who have represented this area:
- Graham Houston (from the Scottish National Party)
- Ewan Dillon (from the Scottish Labour Party)
- Douglas Dodds (from the Scottish Conservatives)
- Alasdair Tollemache (from the Scottish Greens)
How Do Elections Work?
Elections are how people choose their councillors. In the Dunblane and Bridge of Allan ward, people vote for four councillors. These elections happen regularly, usually every few years.
What is a By-election?
Sometimes, a councillor might leave their job before the next regular election. When this happens, a special election called a by-election is held. This is to choose a new councillor to fill the empty spot until the next main election. For example, a by-election was held in March 2023 for this ward.
Past Elections
People in Dunblane and Bridge of Allan have voted in many elections over the years to choose their councillors. Here are some of the years when elections took place:
- 2022 Stirling Council election
- 2017 Stirling Council election
- 2012 Stirling Council election
- 2007 Stirling Council election
Each election helps decide who will represent the community for the next few years.
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Location of the ward
