Not sure about some of the terms in the about us section or on the wider website? This glossary may be able to help.
Association
The Conservative Party is divided locally into different organisations based around the Parliamentary Constituencies. An association’s role is to fundraise and campaign to get Conservative councillors and an MP elected in their area.
Branch
The Association is divided into smaller areas with the members coming together to organise fundraising events and campaign for elections. A branch normally covers a ward, town or village.
Canvassing
Local campaigners will go round an area and knock on people’s doors to ask them if they have any issues or questions that the local councillor or MP can help with.
Constituency
An area which is represented by a Member of Parliament (MP) for example, Bridgwater and West Somerset has Ian Liddell-Grainger as their MP.
Division
An area which is represented by a County Councillor.
General Election
A General Election is when people vote for their Member of Parliament. Depending on how many MPs each Party wins, depends on who the Prime Minister is.
Member of Parliament (MP)
Elected by residents at a General Election, MPs go to the House of Commons in London to debate laws to govern the country. MPs hold surgeries and help people out with issues they may have.
Ward
An area which is represented by a District Councillor.
If there are any other terms that you are unsure about or would just like more information please get in touch with our office by phoning 01278 423110 or emailing [email protected].