Hilton/Woodside/Stockethill (ward)

Hilton/Woodside/Stockethill is a multi-member ward within the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. It elects councillors to Aberdeen City Council. The ward was formed in 2017 as a result of the Local Governance (Scotland) Act 2004, which mandated the creation of multi-member wards for local elections.

The ward encompasses the geographic areas of Hilton, Woodside, and Stockethill, all residential areas located in the north of Aberdeen. Its boundaries are defined by a combination of streets, railways, and natural features to ensure fair representation of the local population. The ward's boundaries are reviewed periodically.

The ward elects three councillors using the single transferable vote (STV) electoral system. This proportional representation system allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference, ensuring that the council more accurately reflects the views of the electorate. Election results are typically announced following the polling day.

Local issues within the Hilton/Woodside/Stockethill ward often include housing, local amenities, transport, and community safety. Councillors representing the ward are responsible for addressing these issues and representing the interests of their constituents at the city council level. They participate in council committees and debates, contributing to policy decisions that affect the entire city.

Information on the current councillors representing the Hilton/Woodside/Stockethill ward, election results, and council initiatives can be found on the Aberdeen City Council website. Local news sources also provide coverage of issues relevant to the ward.