Martha Wardrop facts for kids
Martha Wardrop is a politician from the Scottish Greens party. She helps make decisions for the city of Glasgow as a city councillor. She was first chosen to be a councillor for the Hillhead area in 2007. People have voted for her to continue this job several times since then, in 2012, 2017, and 2022.
Between 2011 and 2013, Martha also helped lead the Scottish Green party. She was a joint convenor, which means she shared the leadership role.
What Does a City Councillor Do?
A city councillor is like a local representative for a specific part of a city. They work to improve their local area, called a "ward." Martha Wardrop represents the Hillhead ward in Glasgow.
Councillors listen to the people in their area. They help decide on important things for the city. This can include things like local parks, recycling, and public transport. They work to make their city a better place to live.
Special Recognition
In 2015, Martha Wardrop received a special award. She was named 'politician of the year' at the Nature of Scotland Awards. These awards are given by the RSPB. This award recognized her work related to nature and the environment.
