Head of Blackburn Young Conservatives
Member of the UK Youth Parliament – Blackburn with Darwen
Oliver Woods represents a new generation of young people taking an active interest in politics, public service and the future of Blackburn.
As Head of Blackburn Young Conservatives, Oliver is involved in encouraging younger members to participate in political discussion, community activities and the work of Blackburn Conservative Association.
In February 2026, Oliver was elected as Blackburn with Darwen's Member of the UK Youth Parliament, following an election in which nearly 8,000 young people across the borough participated.
His election campaign focused on reducing youth crime, supporting regeneration and improving local transport, reflecting his interest in the challenges and opportunities facing young people.
Through his Youth Parliament responsibilities, Oliver works with fellow youth representatives, council officers and community organisations to ensure that young people's views are heard in local decision-making.
His public service activities have included attending Blackburn with Darwen Council's Executive Board meetings, participating in regional youth conferences and representing the borough at the UK Youth Parliament's National Conference.
Oliver has also engaged with discussions around education, employment opportunities, community safety and the future development of Blackburn with Darwen.
Alongside these responsibilities, Oliver's role within Blackburn Young Conservatives provides an opportunity to introduce young members to political organisation, local campaigning and the democratic process.
He believes that young people should have meaningful opportunities to contribute to decisions affecting their communities and to play an active role in shaping their future.
Looking ahead, Oliver is focused on developing Blackburn Young Conservatives, encouraging greater youth participation and supporting opportunities for the next generation to become involved in public and community life.