Could you Stand for Falmouth?
If you're passionate about making a positive change, this is your chance to stand for the Town Council and play an active role in shaping Falmouth’s future.
Could you be the voice of your community?
Local Council Elections are taking place on Thursday 1 May 2025 and all of Falmouth Town Council’s 16 seats are up for election.
If you’re passionate about making a positive change, this is your chance to stand for the Town Council and play an active role in shaping Falmouth’s future. Whether you’re focused on local services, sustainability, or ensuring the needs of all residents are heard, now is the time to contribute to our community. 
Who Can Stand?
To stand for Falmouth Town Council, you must be at least 18, a British, Commonwealth, or EU citizen with the right to remain (if required), and either on the electoral register or have lived, worked, or owned property in Falmouth for at least twelve months.
No prior experience is needed – what matters is your commitment to serving the community. It is important that the Council represents a cross section of all members of our community and that Councillors have different backgrounds, knowledge, and experience.
What does being a Town Councillor involve?
As a Town Councillor, you will have the opportunity to:
Represent your local community – be the voice of the people in your ward
Shape decisions on key issues – from transport and green spaces to local services
Support local initiatives and events that make Falmouth a vibrant and welcoming place
Work with fellow councillors to create positive change
How to Stand for Election
To stand for election, you will need to complete a Candidate Nomination Paper and be nominated by two people from your ward who are on the Electoral Register.
Deadline for Nominations
Nomination papers must be submitted and returned to a designated Cornwall Council elections office by 4PM on Wednesday 2 April 2025 (details are included in the nomination papers).
More Information
Find out more on our Become A Town Councillor page
For an informal chat about the role of a Town Councillor, please call Mark Williams, Town Clerk: 
01326 315559
Love Falmouth? Step up and make a difference! 
