City of York Council
City of York Council is there to serve the residents and visitors to the city of York. This section of the website is designed to keep residents up to date with the latest news and information about our councillors. Around York is not affiliated with the council and is an unbiased website, what is presented in this section is built from data provided by the council.
Latest Council News
- 5 days ago
York investigators secure jail for home improvement fraudster
A man who defrauded consumers of over £93,000 has been sentenced to over three years of imprisonment (on 2 June 2026) at York Crown Court.
- 6 days ago
York's Health Trainers create quick tips to stay healthy
The council's Health Trainers are encouraging residents to look after their health and wellbeing as the largest-ever FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off this week.
- 6 days ago
Noisy ‘party house’ quietened following council's action
Complaints from neighbours, about noisy groups partying in a hot tub at a holiday let, allowed the council to work with the owner, with no further complaints.
- 7 days ago
New waiting room for York crematorium
Mourners and visitors to York Crematorium will have a second waiting room to use from this autumn. It will be more accessible and have toilet facilities.
- 7 days ago
York families urged to reapply for free school meals
Families whose children receive free school lunches are being urged to reapply for the meals this term, following changes to the national scheme.
- 1 week ago
York rivers trail: shaping river stories
A new riverside experience for York took a significant step forward last week, as residents, partners and contributors came together on the River Ouse to help shape the York rivers trail.
- 1 week ago
Share your views on inclusive play areas in York
We are inviting people across York to help shape the future of the city’s play areas, as part of our major investment in parks and green spaces.
- 2 weeks ago
York air quality targets met for second year running
As Clean Air Day (Thursday 18 June) approaches, City of York Council has confirmed that the city has met national air pollution targets for the second consecutive year.
- 3 weeks ago
City of York Council proud to support LGBTQIA+ communities
City of York Council will once again show its support for LGBTQIA+ communities by taking part in York Pride, celebrating diversity and promoting inclusion across the city.
- 4 weeks ago
Reform provision for SEN and disabled children in York
Children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in York could find it easier to get early support and have their needs met in mainstream schools.
Our Councillors
The council is currently run by a Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition. There are 47 councillors, of which 15 are Labour, 14 are Conservative, 12 are Liberal Democrats, 4 are Green Party and there are 2 independents.
Below you can find all of the councillors that work on behalf of us, and the wards in which they serve.
Order by: Name | Political Party