Caerphilly County Borough: Risca East ward · number 3 of 4 on the ballot paper

Peter Heathcote

Independent

Standing for the council in Caerphilly County Borough: Risca East ward, polling day 19 November 2026. No previous candidacies on Democracy Club’s records.

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In their own wordsPeter Heathcote is an independent candidate with a long-standing involvement in charitable and voluntary work. He serves as an ambassador for a number of organisations working across community development, volunteering, …

Peter Heathcote is an independent candidate with a long-standing involvement in charitable and voluntary work. He serves as an ambassador for a number of organisations working across community development, volunteering, wellbeing and inclusion, and has also been involved in supporting local initiatives and bringing organisations together.

Peter has a particular interest in community cohesion and creating opportunities for people from different backgrounds to work together. He is involved with a range of projects and organisations at local and national level and regularly supports community and charitable events.

Peter is standing as an independent candidate in the Caerphilly (Risca East) by-election. Peter is known for his practical, community-focused approach and his willingness to work with people and organisations across political and social boundaries.

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