I was very honoured to be voted in as Ampthill’s Mayor for 2021\/22 at Wednesday’s Annual Meeting of Ampthill Town Council.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Town owes a huge debt of gratitude to Cllr Ian Titman who has served as Mayor for the past two years. Arguably, no Mayor of Ampthill has face a more difficult time. It has equally an honour to serve as Ian’s Deputy during those years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is my second time as Mayor of our fabulous Town, as I was Mayor from 2005 to 2006. I was so glad that my parents, John and Enid, were able to witness this following my long fight with Leukaemia. Sadly my Dad passed away during my time as Mayor, but at least he got to see me serve the Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have chosen two local charities to support during my year of office, namely Agate House – Leonard Cheshire Disability and Respite at Home – Mid Beds & Ivel Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I look forward to serving Ampthill over this year, as we emerge from the pandemic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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