
Our Mission – The Independent Network
Our Mission – The Independent Network
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Our Mission – The Independent Network
Our Mission – The Independent Network

The Independent Network exists to champion, strengthen, and support independent voices in local democracy.
Standing as an independent councillor or candidate takes courage, commitment, and a deep belief in serving your community. Yet too often independents face that journey alone, without the structure, resources, or support systems that political parties provide. The Independent Network was created to change that.
Our mission is to ensure that no independent stands alone.
We are building a national community where independent councillors and candidates can come together in a safe, supportive, and empowering environment. A place where experience is shared, knowledge is passed on, and confidence grows.
Through collaboration and mutual support, we help independents turn determination into effective leadership.
Empowering Independent Leadership
The Independent Network provides training, guidance, and practical support designed specifically for independent representatives. Our training sessions help members develop the skills they need to campaign effectively, navigate council systems, communicate with confidence, and serve their communities with integrity.
But we offer more than training.
We offer a community built on trust, encouragement, and shared purpose. A space where members can ask questions, learn from one another, and grow together as leaders.
Strengthening Local Democracy
Independent councillors bring something unique to public life — authentic local representation, independence of thought, and accountability directly to the communities they serve.
By supporting independent candidates and councillors at every stage of their journey, the Independent Network is helping to strengthen local democracy and ensure that communities continue to have strong, independent voices.
A Movement of Independents
The Independent Network is more than an organisation.
It is a growing movement of people who believe that communities deserve representatives who put local people before party politics.
Together we are building a future where independent leadership is supported, respected, and able to thrive.
Because when independents support each other, communities are stronger and democracy is healthier
Join the Independent Network to become part of a supportive community dedicated to helping independent councillors and candidates succeed. Whether you are standing for election, newly elected, or an experienced councillor, our network offers a safe and encouraging space where you can connect with others who share your commitment to independent representation. Through practical training sessions, shared knowledge, and peer support, we help you build the confidence, skills, and insight needed to serve your community effectively. By joining us, you are not only gaining support—you are becoming part of a growing movement working to strengthen independent voices and local democracy. 🌱🤝
The date is approaching fast and we’re making preparations. Do not miss out Join us for the Be a Councillor Programme
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Online Candidate School 2026
We welcome you to 2026 candidate school, We will talk through an introduction to Councils, the trials and tribulations of being an Independent councillor and what support is available. We met twice weekly for our Candidate School and the course will be finished in time for the pre-election period. By the end of the course you will have an understanding about the process of the election period and how to approach your campaign.
This course with be on Zoom. Access from ten mins before the start so we can start promptly
Hosted by Councillors Karen Lucioni and Marianne Overton MBE with guest speakers with expertise in specific areas
Session one 7th March
Why be a Councillor? Success stories
Who might be a councillor – can you recruit others to join you?
Recruiting candidates and helpers
Session 2 11th March
Understanding your area, canvassing with volunteers, postal votes
Using the electoral register, keep all receipts
Developing your key issues, Your communication strategy
Session 3 14th March
Recap communication strategy, strap line,
Getting engaged in the community.
Social media, press, videos
Session 4 18th March
Drafting your ideas in a leaflet, posters, podcast
Writing a newsletter, imprints
Session 5 21st March
Elections on a shoestring - funding
How to get elected – fine tuning your strategy
Session 6 25th March
Election run-up and the day itself
Top Tips from our winning teams.
Please contact
info@independent network or 07506930109 for the Zoom link
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