Candidate selections
Vote where a verified local member ballot forms part of the selection process.
Start HereWhy Stand With UsSee how ordinary people can create practical change.
ParliamentStand as an MPRepresent a parliamentary constituency.
Local CouncilStand as a CouncillorRepresent your ward and local community.
Elected LeadershipStand as a MayorLead a council, city or region.
Local OrganisationJoin a PanelHelp select and support local candidates.
Practical SupportJoin a TeamHelp in ways that suit your time and skills.
MembershipBecome a MemberSupport us, receive updates and vote.
Financial SupportDonateGive once or monthly with clear transparency.
Support Local People and have a voice
Become a Member
Receive updates, take part in eligible votes and support a new initiative, with no requirement to campaign, attend meetings or volunteer.
Why become a member?
Support a new initiative and have a voice as it grows.
Not everyone has the time, health, energy or confidence to campaign or attend meetings. Membership lets people support Local People, receive relevant updates and vote in eligible decisions.
You can remain a member without volunteering, donating beyond the membership contribution or becoming publicly involved.
Your voice
Members help keep local decisions local.
Panel elections
Help choose local Panel representatives as the organisation develops.
Local priorities
Suggest issues and take part in consultations on the Local Manifesto.
National decisions
Participate in eligible organisational votes and consultations.
Information
Receive local and national updates through the channels you choose.
Future routes
Choose later to volunteer, join a Panel or apply to stand without having to do so now.
The role, defined simply
Support, stay informed and vote when eligible.
A member supports the aims and rules of Local People and belongs to a verified local area. Membership is not employment, public office or a requirement to campaign.
Receive essential membership noticesControl optional communication preferencesSee your local area, Panel and current votesVote once in ballots for which you are eligibleUpdate details and accessibility needsCancel membership without having to contact support
Your level of involvement
Membership only is a complete and valid choice.
Some members will attend meetings or volunteer. Others will simply pay the monthly contribution, read occasional updates and vote. Neither is treated as a better class of member.
Why join Local People?
A useful member account, not a stream of unwanted messages.
Members should be able to see what is happening locally, control communication and take part without searching across different systems.
Member dashboard
Status, membership number, local area, votes, events and updates.
Secure voting
One verified member, one vote, with local eligibility and cut-off rules where required.
Communication control
Choose local updates, national news, events, volunteering, fundraising, WhatsApp, SMS or email.
Local connections
See the Panel, candidate and activity status for your constituency or council area.
Easy payments
View the membership contribution, payment status and cancellation controls.
Accessible participation
Remote voting, clear language and accessibility preferences built into the account.
Membership contribution
A simple monthly amount, with supported membership available.
The standard amount will be confirmed before payments open. Members may choose a higher voluntary contribution, but nobody should be pressured to pay more.
One clear recurring amount with cancellation available through the member account.
An optional amount for people who want to provide more regular support.
A dignified route for people who cannot afford the standard amount.
Political membership money must not be mixed with the separate non-political community-help system.
Membership standards
Simple rules that protect members and the organisation.
Support the general aims of Local PeopleTreat other people respectfullyDo not harass, threaten or intimidateDo not falsely claim to represent the organisationFollow voting and confidentiality rulesKeep account details accurateAccept fair investigation of serious misconductUse communication preferences honestly and responsibly
Evidence and review
Sources and Last Updated
Information can change. We check official sources regularly and show dates so visitors can judge how current the page is.
Page last reviewed1 August 2026
- Electoral Commission: Your party's constitutionChecked 1 August 2026
- Information Commissioner’s Office: Electronic and telephone marketingChecked 1 August 2026