Young people from across Wiltshire have gathered for their first event as newly elected Wiltshire Youth Councillors, marking the start of their two-year terms representing the views of young people across the county. Pupils from 13 schools and one college took part in this year’s Wiltshire Youth Elections. The event brought together the successful candidates...
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Wiltshire Youth Council invites young people to stand for election
Young people across Wiltshire are being encouraged to stand for election and help shape local decision-making through the Wiltshire Youth Council. The next election takes place between Monday 2 and Friday 6 February 2026, with results announced the week commencing Monday 9 February. Schools now have until Monday 8 December 2025 to submit their sign-up...
Newly elected Wiltshire Youth Councillors set to ensure young people’s voice is heard
Young people from across the county have joined together for their first event as newly elected Wiltshire Youth Councillors. The event held on Saturday 2 March was a celebration of their election where they had the opportunity to meet the Deputy Leader of Wiltshire Council, Cllr Laura Mayes. 29 candidates have been appointed from 10...
Kingsbury Green Academy pupils become the voice of Wiltshire’s youth
Three Kingsbury Green Academy pupils have been elected to coveted positions on Wiltshire Youth Council to represent the views and interests of young people in the county. Year 8 pupil Dan and Year 7 pupil George have won positions as Youth Councillors, with fellow Year 7 Alicja sitting as Deputy Representative. Wiltshire Youth Council gives young...