Mathews wants more young people in councils
In his role as president of the Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA), the Islandmagee man announced
Local Democracy Week (October 11-17).
Research has shown that the majority of younger people do not view local politics as having an impact on their daily lives.
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Cllr Mathews said: “We are now in the process of shaping local government for future generations. It is therefore critical that we engage with young people and under-represented groups in making sure the local communities of the future are fit for purpose.”
NILGA is currently supporting the development of women’s mentoring programme to encourage more women into politics.