Every 4 years the voters in Essex elect 75 county councillors and each councillor represents a separate area known as a 'division'. In this section you can find out about the political makeup of the council. You can also find the name and address of your local county councillor, list the councillors alphabetically by name or by political party, or by the district council area they represent.

If you are interested in becoming a county councillor you can find out more by selecting a guide from the menu on the left.

Members' Allowances 2009/10
Members Allowances totals 2009/10
Members Allowances January - March 2010

Latest decision paper on increase in County Councillor Allowances can be found in Full Council Business 11 May 2010 at item 15 Council Issues Appendices 1, 2, 3 and 4

Frequently asked questions

• How do I find out the name of my county councillor?
• Where do I find who to contact with a specific question?
• Which party has the majority of councillors on the County Council?
• What is the political balance of the Council?
• How can I find more information about becoming a county councillor myself?
• What do county councillors do?
• Which councillors hold cabinet posts and which are members of committees?
• Who can stand for election to the County Council?
• When will the next County Council elections be held?
• How can I find out more about what is involved in being a county councillor ?
• Do Councillors get paid for what they do?