Here is our summary of the composition of councillors, by authority-type and party, facing election in May 2011.  This list represents the best of ALDC's knowledge at time of publication but may be subject to change, for example due to by-elections and defections prior to the election.  If you would like to report any amendments to the figures presented here, please let us know by emailing elections2011@aldc.org.

Councillors up in 2011 - At a Glance

Councillors up in 2011 - In Detail

G8 is a grants programme to support local parties campaign in local elections.

G8 is administered by ALDC, with kind support from the Federal, English, Scottish and Welsh Liberal Democrats. If you have local elections in 2011, then we may be able to provide financial support for your campaign in wards where you will be fighting particularly hard campaigns, either to gain the seat or where there is a tricky defence.

The 2011 round of elections is the biggest in the four-year cycle. This means a lot of demand for funding through the “G8” grants process. We want to maximise success so will be aiming to fund as many council areas and wards as possible. Funding will be available in two rounds – offers for the first set of grants being made in late September 2010.

• grants will be in the region of £150 – £250 per target/held ward
• in less well resourced areas funding will be available to help people attend training like the Kickstart weekend
• council areas must make single applications, and must have a Campaign Plan (which we can help you with).

To register your interest, please complete this form by 20^th August and we will send you an application pack which should be returned by 27^th August.

For more information please contact eleanor.ritchie@aldc.org