Local councils should be transparent about what they do. Read more about your local representatives and the work they're doing.
Register to vote
If you're over 14 years old, you should register to vote. This means you'll be able to vote in elections and referendums if you meet the eligibility at the time.
You can read more about how to register to vote on mygov.scot.
Elected representatives
Everyone in Dumbarton is represented at different levels of government.
You'll have local councillors, regional MSPs, a constituency MSP and a constituency MP.
Local councillors
Your local councillors will depend on the ward you're in.
If you're not sure which ward you're in, you can use the postcode checker on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.
> Dumbarton
> Leven
Regional MSPs
Everyone in Dumbarton has 7 regional MSPs.
These are Members of the Scottish Parliament who represent the whole of the West Scotland region, not just West Dunbartonshire.
> Neil Bibby
> Katy Clark
> Russell Findlay
> Pam Gosal
> Jamie Greene
> Ross Greer
> Paul O'Kane
Constituency MSP
As well as your 7 regional MSPs, you'll also have a constituency MSP.
These are Members of the Scottish Parliament who represent a certain constituency. This will be the Dumbarton constituency.
> Jackie Baillie
Constituency MP
Your constituency MP is the Member of UK Parliament that represents West Dunbartonshire.
> Douglas McAllister
Council meetings
West Dunbartonshire Council should be transparent and open to the public.
You can follow council meetings on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.
> Upcoming meetings
> Listen to meetings online
> Meeting documents
Local consultations
You might be asked your view on proposed changes or other actions by West Dunbartonshire Council, such as budget options or development plans.
These consultations will only run for a limited time so you should check these regularly.
Find out about current and recent consultations on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.
Feedback about council services
If you have feedback about council services, you should get in contact with West Dunbartonshire Council.
There's information about making a complaint or leaving feedback on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.