I stood for re-election in May 2007 and was successful in being elected to serve the people of Mossley as an Independent Councillor until 2011.

Participation

• I have attended all Council meetings.
• I sit on the Technical, Economic and Environmental Services Scrutiny Panel, Resources and Sustainable Communities Scrutiny Panel and the Member Development Forum, and have attended most meetings.

District Assemblies

I am a member of Mossley and Stalybridge North East District Assembly and have attended most meetings.

Outside Bodies

• I am a member of the local PACT team liaising with different sectors to try and reduce local crime and disorder.
• I am a member of Mossley Parish Council re-elected in May 2007.
• I serve as a Magistrate on the Tameside Bench.
• I am Secretary of the Mossley Traditional Whit Friday Committee.

Constituency Work

My constituency work is done by telephone, e-mail or in person. I hold four advice surgeries per month at the George Lawton Hall and All Saints Institute.  I keep residents updated regarding the progress or conclusions to their concerns.

My Ward monies have been divided between voluntary groups in Mossley.

Training & Development

I have attended all member training and development courses and I serve on the Member Development Forum.

Achievements

In the main the residents’ problems I have been involved with have been resolved, however, antisocial behaviour, parking issues and traffic congestion still are the main concerns in our town.

Summary

This year has again been a learning curve and I am gaining knowledge which will help me become a more effective Councillor for my Ward.