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Council Members
The Council is made up of 31 councillors, representing ten wards. Councillors are elected by residents of their ward every four years and take no financial compensation.
Councillors make policy and make important decisions on the Council’s budget and how the Council should be run. They are supported and advised by officers (i.e. staff) who work in the various council departments. The officers then implement the Council’s decisions.
The councillors are there for you. They can help if you are dissatisfied with a Council service by advising or directing you to someone who can help sort out a problem for you. They are the champions for local issues.
As community leaders, they put forward proposals to improve Weston, and even though they are from differing political parties, they work together in the towns best interests.
You can download the Town Council Ward map
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Becoming a Council Member
To be a member of the Council you must meet the following criteria:
be at least 18 years old, and
be a British citizen, an eligible Commonwealth citizen or a citizen of any other member state of the European Union, and meet at least one of the following four qualifications:
You are registered as a local government elector for the parish in which you wish to stand from the day of your nomination onwards.
You have occupied as owner or tenant any land or other premises in the parish during the whole of the 12 months before the day of your nomination and the day of election.
Your main or only place of work during the 12 months prior to the day of your nomination and the day of election has been in the parish.
You have lived in the parish or within three miles of it during the whole of the 12 months before the day of your nomination and the day of election.
To stand for any registered political party, you need to go through the party first as the party has to certify you to the electoral office.
To stand as an independent council member you need to directly contact the Electoral Office at North Somerset Council.
By post: Electoral Services, North Somerset Council, Town Hall, Walliscote Grove Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1UJ
By email:
electoral.services@n-somerset.gov.uk
More guidance on how to stand to be a local councillor can be found on the electoral commission website by clicking here.
To stand for any registered political party, you would need to go through the party first as the party has to certify you to the electoral office.
Your Councillors
The following Town Councillors were el
ected for the
2023-2027 administration at the local elections on 4th May 2023.
To find out who is your councillor, please take a loot at our
ward map
. If you’re not sure which ward you live it, use this
postcode searcher
to identify your ward.
Councillor
Marc
Aplin
Conservative
Ward:
North Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Raymond Armstrong
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Hillside
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Roger Bailey
Conservative
Ward:
Uphill
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Mike Bell
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
C
entra
l
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Joe Bambridge
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Worlebury
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Gillian Bute
Conservative
Ward:
Uphill
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Mark Canniford
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Hillside
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
John Carson
Labour
Ward:
South Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Annabelle Chard
Labour
Ward:
Winterstoke
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
James Clayton
Labour
Ward:
Bournville
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Jemma Coles
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Mid Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Peter Crew
Conservative
Ward:
South Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
John Crockford-Hawley
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Hillside
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Ciaran Cronnelly
Labour
Ward:
Winterstoke
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Catherine Gibbons
Labour
Ward:
Bournville
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Simon Harrison-Morse
Labour
Ward:
Milton
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Owen James
Labour
Ward:
South Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Hugh Malyan
Labour
Ward:
South Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Robert Payne
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Central
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Alan Peak
Labour
Ward:
Bournville
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Justyna Pecak-Michalowicz
Conservative
Ward:
North Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Marcia Pepperall
Conservative
Ward:
North Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Lisa Pilgrim
Conservative
Ward:
Worlebury
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Caroline Reynolds
Liberal Democrat
Ward:
Central
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
John Standfield
Conservative
Ward:
Mid
Worle
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Robert Skeen
Labour
Ward:
Milton
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Timothy Taylor
Labour
Ward:
Milton
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Helen Thornton
Labour
Ward:
Uphill
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Richard Tucker
Labour
Ward:
Milton
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Charles Williams
Labour
Ward:
Winterstoke
Email
Phone
Bio
Councillor
Martin Williams
Conservative
Ward:
Worlebury
Email
Phone
Bio
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Councillor Martin Williams represents the Worlebury Ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2015, they are currently serving their second term of office (Encompassing a break from 2019-2023)
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2025/2026 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve in he following committees: Amenities, Culture and Leisure Comittee
They also serve as the Armed Forces Champion
Why I serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Williams works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Charles Williams represents the Winterstoke ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Youth Council
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Williams works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has yet been provided.
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Councillor Richard Tucker represents the Milton ward of Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2003, they are currently serving their fifth term of office (Encompassing a break from 2007-2011).
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee (
Vice Chair
)
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Tucker works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Helen Thornton represents the Uphill ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2019, they are currently serving their second term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Thornton works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Timothy Taylor represents the Milton ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2003, they are currently serving their fourth term of office. (Encompassing a break from 2007-2011)
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee; Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee; Personnel Committee (
Chair
)
They also serve on the North Somerset Council Standards Sub-Committee
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Taylor works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Robert Skeen represents the Milton ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Amenities Culture and Leisure Committee
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Skeen works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor John Standfield represents the Mid Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee; Personnel Committee; Grants and Governance Sub Committee (
Chair
)
They also serve as the
Conservative Deputy Group Leader.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Standfield works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Caroline Reynolds represents the Central ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
They have the honour of serving as Deputy Mayor of Weston-super-Mare for this municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee (
Chair
); Amenities Culture and Leisure Committee; Allotments Community Consultative Group; Devolution Start and Finish Group
They also serve as the
Anti-Racism Champion.
About Me
My husband, Bill and I moved to Weston-super-Mare in 2015 following my retirement as a Headteacher in a Bristol Primary School with a Children’s Centre. During nearly forty years of teaching in London and Bristol I had taught throughout the primary school age range, been a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator and gained a Masters Degree in Education. I was fortunate to attend learning and teaching opportunities in South Africa, Uganda and India and I was seconded to the Health and Safety Executive in London for a year to lead a project on risk assessment in the National Curriculum. We moved here with my eldest daughter and my mother and were closely followed by my younger daughter, her husband and children and then one of my sons. At one time we had four generations living in our house! My eldest son lives in Pill with his family, near to my great grandson. I enjoy doing the school run and I am the Chair of Governors of Walliscote School. I also enjoy swimming, walking with the U3A, reading and attending theatre. I love the beach and the sea and I find pleasure in litter picking in Ellenborough Park. I am also a trustee of Refugees Welcome North Somerset and I love meeting people from different backgrounds and a variety of cultures.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Reynolds works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
I have been interested in politics from a young age and have always played a part in my community. I was an active member of church when younger. I have lead Sunday Schools and Youth Clubs and taught as an Ante natal teacher for twenty years. I want to see Weston super Mare as a thriving town and community looking after all its residents young and old. I want it to be clean, green, welcoming and vibrant. My main aim as a councillor is to protect our open spaces such as the beach and our parks so that they are accessible and appreciated by everyone both residents and visitors.
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Councillor Lisa Pilgrim represents the Worlebury ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in, they are currently serving their term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees:
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Pilgrim works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Marcia Pepperall represents the North Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2007, they are currently serving their third term in office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group
They also serve on the
Bristol Airport Consultative Committee
.
About Me
I was first elected to the Council in 2007. North Worle is a delightful area and I am pleased to help whenever I can
with any issues that arise, from planning issues to the inconvenience where roadside grass has blocked gateways, and many other issues. After a long campaign I managed to get dropped kerb crossings for the shopping centre near Castle Batch school, which is a great help for pushchairs and wheelchairs, etc. In 2014 I started North Worle Forum .. a non political facebook page, open to everyone living in or connected with North Worle. Working with Weston Town Council, we now have a unique play centre on Castle Batch and we have ambitious plans for the building there… Use of toilets and facilities for a cafe? And perhaps a long shot…a library!
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Pepperall works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Justyna Pecak-Michalowicz represents the North Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointment
They currently serve on the following committee: Planning and Environment Committee; Youth Council
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Pecak-Michalowicz works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Alan Peak represents the Bournville ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2011, they are currently serving their fourth term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2016/2017 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Personnel Committee; Grants and Governance Sub Committee
They are also a part of the
Town Centre Partnership.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Peak works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Robert Payne represents the Central ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2003, they are currently serving their fifth term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group
They also serve as the
Liberal Democrat Deputy Group Leader
and is a part of the
Citizens Advice Bureau
and the
Town Centre Partnership.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Payne works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Hugh Malyan represents the South Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Grants and Governance Sub Committee (
Vice Chair
); Devolution Start and Finish Group
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Malyan works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Owen James represents the South Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
They have the honour of serving as the current Mayor of Weston-super-Mare for this municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently do not serve on any committees due holding the title of Mayor.
They also serve as
Labour Deputy Group Leader
and is a part of the
Birnbeck Regeneration Trust.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor James works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Simon Harrison-Morse represents the Milton ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Personnel Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Harrison-Morse works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Catherine Gibbons represents the Bournville ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2015, they are currently serving their third term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Heritage, Arts and Culture Community Consultative Group; Blue Plaques Start and Finish Group (Vice Chair)
They also serve as the
Armed Forces Champion
.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Gibbons works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Ciaran Cronnelly represents the Winterstoke ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2019, they are currently serving their second term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2023/2024 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee (
Chair
); Planning and Environment Committee; Personnel Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group
They also serve as the Labour Group Leader.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Cronnelly works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor John Crockford-Hawley represents the Hillside ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2011, they are currently serving their fourth term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2024/2025 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee (
Vice Chair
); Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee (
Chair
); Heritage, Arts and Culture Community Consultative Group; Blue Plaques Start and Finish Group (
Chair
)
They also serve as the Liberal Democrat Group Leader.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Crockford-Hawley works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Peter Crew represents the South worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2011, they are currently serving their fourth term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Planning and Environment Committee; Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee (
Vice Chair)
; Personnel Committee; Grants and Governance Sub Committee; Heritage, Arts and Culture Community Consultative Group; Devolution Start and Finish Group; Blue Plaques Start and Finish Group
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Crew works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Jemma Coles represents the Mid Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Personnel Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group
They are also a part of
Weston Placemaking
.
About Me
I’m Jemma Coles and I represent Mid Worle on Weston-super-Mare Town Council. I also serve as a North Somerset councillor for the same area.
I live locally with my husband and son, who is about to start secondary school. I also have two grown-up daughters: one works in the ambulance service and the other runs a music brand in Bristol.
My working life has been a mixture of business, community development, events and trying to make ambitious ideas actually work. I came into the charity and voluntary sector from a commercial background in recruitment, sales, hospitality and venue management. This meant I often looked beyond short-term grants and helped organisations develop sustainable business models and generate more of their own income.
My friends sometimes describe one of my previous roles as being a bit like Gordon Ramsay for charities and the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, but with slightly less swearing. I supported hundreds of projects each year, ranging from steam railways and community buildings to carers’ organisations, mental health services and employment projects.
I have also created and run major local events, including Weston’s Zombie Race and Backyard Cinema, which became the South West’s largest open-air cinema.
Today, I run Hub Weston CIC, The Stable and its projects, The Stable Games Room and the Blakehay Theatre. I care particularly about protecting community facilities, supporting carers and families, creating opportunities for young people, backing independent businesses and making sure residents receive clear and honest answers.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Coles works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
Through my work with different community projects, I was already attending a lot of council meetings and asking questions. Too often, I came away feeling that I had heard plenty of words but had not actually received an answer.
I wanted to understand how decisions were made, challenge things that did not seem right and make sure residents were properly listened to. As the saying goes, if you can’t beat them, join them.
I have since learned that not every problem has a quick or simple solution. But I still believe people deserve honest explanations, clear answers and councillors who are prepared to keep asking questions and challenging on their behalf.
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Councillor James Clayton represents the Bournville ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2015, they are currently serving their third term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2021/2022 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Grants and Governance Sub Committee
They are also a part of the
Single and Street Homelessness Partnership
.
About Me
I have been proud to serve as a councillor since 2013, working to support residents, strengthen local communities, and help make our area a safe and welcoming place for everyone. Over the years, I have held a number of leadership roles within local government, including serving as Chairman of Community Services for Weston-super-Mare Town Council from 2019 to 2021 and again from 2022 to 2024.
I was honoured to serve as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during 2021–22, representing the town and supporting the many volunteers, charities, and community groups that make such a positive contribution to local life.
Away from council duties, I am Chairman of Weston Amateur Boxing Club, a role I have held for the past six years. I am also an amateur boxing coach, helping young people and adults develop confidence, discipline, fitness, and respect through sport. Supporting opportunities for local people, particularly young people, has always been important to me.
I am a proud father of four daughters and one son, and I am also a grandfather. Family life keeps me focused on helping to create safe, thriving communities for future generations. I currently serve as North Somerset Council’s Cabinet Member for Pride in Place, Regulatory Services and Sport, working to support cleaner, safer communities, effective local services, and opportunities for residents to lead active and healthy lives.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Clayton works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
I became a councillor because I care deeply about the community I live in and want to help make a positive difference to people’s lives. Local government provides an opportunity to listen to residents, represent their views, and work towards practical solutions to local challenges. Whether supporting community groups, improving services, encouraging participation in sport, or helping to keep our neighbourhoods clean and safe, I am committed to ensuring residents have a strong voice and that our area remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Councillor Annabelle Chard represents the Winterstoke ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term in office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Chard works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor John Carson represents the South Worle ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee; Allotments Community Consultative Group
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Carson works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Mark Canniford represents the Hillside ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2003, they are currently serving their sixth term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 municipal years.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Personnel Committee (
Vice Chair)
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Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Canniford works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Gillian Bute represents the Uphill ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2019, they are currently serving their second term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Finance and General Purposes Committee; Personnel Committee; Devolution Start and Finish Group.
They also serve as the
Conservative Group Leader
and is part of
Weston Placemaking
.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Bute works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Joe Bambridge represents the Worlebury ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2023, they are currently serving their first term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Youth Council; Grants and Governance Sub Committee
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Bambridge works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided
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Councillor Mike Bell represents the Central ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2003, they are currently serving their fourth term of office (Encompassing a break from 2007-2011).
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Personnel Committee; Grants and Governance Sub Committee.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Bell works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Roger Bailey represents the Uphill ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2011, they are currently serving their fourth term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Allotments Community Consultative Group
They also serve as
Allotments Champion
and
Weston In Bloom Champion
.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Bailey works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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Councillor Raymond Armstrong represents the Hillside ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2011, they are currently serving their 4th term of office.
They had the honour of serving as Mayor of Weston-super-Mare during the 2015-2016 municipal year.
Committee Appointments
They currently serve on the following committees: Planning and Environment Committee; Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee
About Me
I have lived in Weston-super-Mare at the same address for 40 years. I moved here in 1986 because of my job, working for the Badgerline bus company as Timetables Officer at its Head Office in Oldmixon from 1986 until 1995. I had joined the bus industry in 1965 with Devon General after leaving school, and later worked in clerical positions for Bristol Omnibus Company, Southern National and South Gloucestershire Council Public Transport Team. I passed exams to become a Chartered Member of the Institute of Logistics and Transport.
Upon retiring in 2011 I became a Liberal Democrat Town Councillor for the West Ward of Weston-super-Mare, later renamed Hillside Ward. In 2015/16 I had the honour of being the Mayor of Weston for one year, which was a very interesting experience.
Among my other interests, I help out with Services and Concerts at All Saints Church, where I have just retired as Churchwarden. I am the Deputy Chair of the Multicultural Friendship Association, a Trustee of Weston Street Pastors and a Friend of the Playhouse. For many years I was the Treasurer of the former Weston Winter Warmth Project and the Chair of the former Friends of the Weston Cricket Festival.
Why I Serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Armstrong works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
I want to see Weston improve its facilities, to reduce litter and to see closed shops reopen, making Weston a more pleasant place to live in.
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Councillor Marc Aplin represents the North Worle Ward on Weston-super-Mare Town Council.
First elected in 2015, they are currently serving their 3rd term of office.
Committee Appointments
They currently do not serve on any committees.
Why I serve
As an elected member of Weston-super-Mare Town Council, Councillor Alpin works with fellow councillors, residents and partner organisations to represent the interests of their ward and contribute to decisions that support the town and its communities.
A personal statement has not yet been provided.
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