Staffordshire County Council is hosting a Candidate Open Day for those of you thinking of standing for election to the County Council in May 2017.

The event will be held on Tuesday 28 March 2017 in County Buildings, Martin Street, Stafford ST12 9BQ.

There will be three sessions you can choose from:-

·        1.00 pm – 3.00 pm

·        3.00 pm – 5.00 pm

·        5.00 pm – 7.00 pm

The purpose of the session is to give prospective candidates a general insight into the work of the County Council and the support on offer if elected.  You will have the opportunity to meet key officers from the County Council, better understand how technology will be a fundamental part of your role, find out about the Staffordshire Local Community Fund, how Scrutiny works in Staffordshire, our training and support offer to you, learn about the Civic role and meet representatives from Service Areas.

There will also be the opportunity to see and try out the technology used in the Council Chamber and have a guided tour of historic County Buildings.

To book your place on one of the sessions contact Lynne Coates, lynne.coates@staffordshire.gov.uk

Visit our election pages to keep up to date

www.staffordshire.gov.uk/yourcouncil/elections/Introduction.aspx