Plymouth City Council plays a central leadership role in place-shaping and facilitating effective systems leadership.
We have a hugely exciting growth programme for the city with strengths in marine engineering, cultural industries, health and care. We are home to the first national marine park and preparations are underway for our Freeport.
Political Structure
The city is divided into 20 wards with 57 councillors in total. There are 17 wards represented by three local councillors and three wards represented by two local councillors. Following the most recent elections, there are:
Labour
33
Conservative
15
Green
2
Free Independents
2
Independent Group
2
Independent
3
Words from our colleagues
City Vision – Britain’s Ocean City
One of Europe’s most vibrant waterfront cities, where an outstanding quality of life is enjoyed by everyone.
Our Mission
Making Plymouth a fairer, greener city, where everyone does their bit.
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Plymouth is a place where people can have their say about what is important to them and where they are empowered to make change happen.
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We take responsibility for our actions, we are accountable for their impact on others and the environment and expect others to do the same.
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We will be honest and open in how we act. We will treat everyone with respect, champion fairness and create opportunities.
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We will provide strong community leadership, working with residents, communities and businesses to deliver common ambition.
Our Values
Our Priorities
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Working with the Police to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour
Fewer potholes, cleaner, greener streets and transport
Build more homes - for social rent and affordable ownership
Green investment, jobs, skills and better education
Working with the NHS to provide better access to health, care and dentistry
Keeping children, adults and communities safe
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Providing quality public services
Trusting and engaging our communities
Focusing on prevention and early intervention
Spending money wisely
Empowering and engaging our staff
Being a strong voice for Plymouth
We Deliver On Our Commitments By:
Empowering our people to deliver
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Providing a quality service to get the basics right first time
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Engaging with and listening to our residents, businesses, and communities
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Providing value for money
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Championing Plymouth regionally and nationally
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Contact
This recruitment is being handled by the following consultants at our recruitment partner, Tile Hill, who will be happy to answer any questions that are not covered here.
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Telephone: 07731 543313Email: helen.alwell@tile-hill.co.uk
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Telephone: 07725 554802
Email: anita.denton@tile-hill.co.uk