Forres (ward)

Forres is one of the wards within the Moray council area in Scotland. Wards are geographic subdivisions used for electoral purposes and local government representation. The Forres ward elects a certain number of councillors to Moray Council, who are responsible for representing the interests of the residents of Forres in local government matters such as education, social care, planning, and infrastructure.

The ward's boundaries encompass the town of Forres itself and the surrounding rural areas. The specific boundaries are defined by the Moray Council and may be subject to change following boundary reviews. Details regarding the exact geographical area covered by the Forres ward can be found on the Moray Council website or through the Boundary Commission for Scotland.

The number of councillors elected to represent the Forres ward fluctuates depending on the overall size and structure of Moray Council, and is determined through periodic reviews aimed at ensuring fair representation across the council area. Elections for the Moray Council, and therefore for councillors representing the Forres ward, are typically held every five years.

Residents of the Forres ward are eligible to vote in these local elections and are represented by the elected councillors who make decisions on local policies and services. Information on current councillors representing the Forres ward can be found on the Moray Council's official website.