Your Community, Your Voice - Get involved and have your say

Your voice matters. There are lots of ways to help shape decisions in Kensington and Chelsea, from taking part in consultations to joining a residents’ panel or speaking at a Council meeting.
Discover opportunities to get involved, find out what local people are helping to shape, and see how residents’ views can make a difference.

Summer spotlight: Young people take over Full Council

Young people had their say, placing them at the heart of local democracy this summer.
Members of the Kensington and Chelsea Youth Council took over the public participation session at a Full Council meeting in July, putting questions directly to councillors and Council leaders about issues that matter to young people.

Their questions covered mental health support, women-only swimming sessions, the Council’s finances and how contracts and partner organisations are scrutinised.
The session gave young people the opportunity to speak up on behalf of their peers, hear responses from elected representatives and experience local democracy in action.
It’s a powerful example of what Your Community, Your Voice is all about: making sure people have opportunities to raise the issues that matter to them, engage directly with decision-makers and help shape the future of their borough.

Watch the video to hear more about the Youth Council’s experience.

Video: Our Youth Council takeover!

Read the full story: Youth Council takes over Full Council⁠

Have your say: current consultations

From local streets and transport to housing and community services, consultations give you the opportunity to share your views and help inform Council decisions.
Explore current consultations, find out what’s being proposed and have your say.

Browse current consultations⁠.

Join our Citizens’ Panel

Would you like to help shape decisions about Kensington and Chelsea?

The Citizens’ Panel brings together residents from across the borough to share their views on local issues through surveys, discussions and other activities. Your feedback can help the Council understand residents’ priorities and inform decisions about local services.

Residents aged 18 and over who live in Kensington and Chelsea and do not work directly for the Council can apply to join.

Find out more and join the Citizens’ Panel⁠.

Projects and plans

People give their feedback at consultation session
Take part in public consultations
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Speak at a full council meeting
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See upcoming council meetings
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Join our Citizens' Panel
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Join our Youth Council
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Your council comes to you events
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Join a panel or committee
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City Living Local Life programme
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Join the Tenants' Consultative Committee
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Elections

Find out how to vote for upcoming elections in Kensington and Chelsea.

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Understanding your council

Find out about how your council works and who your local councillors are.