Parish Councillors
The Council consists of 9 members, of whom 8 represent Rowlands Castle Ward, and one represents Finchdean Ward. They are all unpaid, volunteer councillors whose task it is to work together to serve the interests of the Parish, bring local issues to the attention of Council, and help it make decisions on behalf of the local community. All councillors have a duty to abide by the Council’s Code of Conduct.
Ordinary elections for Council membership take place every 4 years. The Council may choose someone to fill a vacancy if an insufficient number of candidates is proposed for election. If a vacancy occurs between elections (eg if a member resigns), the Council must ascertain whether electors want an election to fill it (a by-election); if not, the Council can co-opt a suitable candidate instead.
At the Annual Meeting of the Council each May, members elect one of their number to act as Chair for the forthcoming year. In addition, Council may elect a Vice-Chair, agree which members will serve on Council’s committee(s), act as bank account signatories etc.
All councillors are required to complete a Register of Interest form upon election/co-option, which is reviewed annually. These forms can be viewed towards the bottom of the linked page here.
Parish Councillors
David Hooper
Member of the Staffing & Remuneration Committee and Recreation Ground Management Committee
I was co-opted to the Council in June 2016. I have lived in Rowlands Castle since 2012. Prior to retirement, I spent most of my working life as a lawyer in local government. I am currently a member of the Rowlands Castle U3A Poetry Group. Other interests include: cricket (now restricted to watching); soccer (Portsmouth season ticket holder); rugby (supporting my grandsons); gardening; travelling; reading and spending time with my family.
T: 02392 410166
E: hooperw16@yahoo.com
A: 16 Blackcap Close, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6HD
Andy Lee
Chair of the Staffing & Remuneration Committee & Finance Reviewer
I was elected to the Council in May 2015, representing Finchdean and Idsworth, having lived in the Parish for 20 years. My professional career was spent in the financial services sector. I am now a Trustee for FitzRoy, a national charity supporting adults with learning difficulties. I have a keen interest in environmental and transport issues, love being in the South Downs National Park and enjoy my beer!
T: 02392 412361
E: andylee@finchdean.com
A: Carpenters, Finchdean, Waterlooville PO8 0AU
Liz Longman
Member of the Staffing & Remuneration Committee
I was elected to the Council in November 2012, and again in May 2015. I have lived in the Parish since 1994. I worked as Senior Receptionist at Apollo Fire Detectors, Havant for 16 years prior to retirement. I enjoy gardening, Aran knitting and baking, especially for my grandchildren. I have a particular interest in WW2 resistance and the Special Operations Executive, and a passion for Grand Prix motor racing.
T: 02392 413200
E: liz.longman@hotmail.co.uk
A: 18 Whichers Gate Road, Rowlands Castle PO9 6BB
Bob Raley
Role
I was co-opted to the Council in June 2016. I have lived in the Parish since 1994. I am retired, having given 27 years’ service as a solider in the Royal Artillery, before becoming a company director with experience in business development, operations and client relations in the service industry. I am a Lay Reader at St John’s Church, and an enthusiastic sailor and countryman with a keen interest in photography.
T: 02392 413034
E: b.raley@btinternet.com
A: The Coach House, 95a Finchdean Road, Rowlands Castle, PO9 6EN
Chris Stanley
Chair of the Council
I was co-opted to the Council in July 2015. I served as a Royal Navy warfare officer for 34 years, and then, as a civil servant, at the Defence Science & Technology Laboratory until I retired in September 2015. My wife and I moved to Rowlands Castle in 2009, having spent many years walking in the local area. Prior to that, we lived in Denvilles on the east side of Havant where I spent 14 years on the Warblington & Denvilles Residents Association Committee fulfilling various roles.
T: 02392 412340
E: c.stanley864@btinternet.com
A: 12 Brambling Road, Rowlands Castle PO9 6HF
David Symonds
Vice Chair of the Council and Chair of the Recreation Ground Management Committee
I was co-opted to the Council in November 2011, and elected in May 2015. I have lived in the village since 1982. My first career was as a Naval Engineer Officer, followed by 8 years working for a major helicopter manufacturer, involved with the Apache aircraft. I was a Magistrate for 10 years, and am a keen sailor, and sail throughout the English Channel. I was the Council’s Project Manager for the Pavilion Extension at the Recreation Ground.
T: 02392 412575
E: dsymonds580@gmail.com
A: 31 Finchdean Road, Rowlands Castle PO9 6DA
Bill Wilson
Member of the Staffing & Remuneration Committee and Recreation Ground Management Committee
I was elected to the Council in May 2011, and again in May 2015. I have lived in the Parish since 1982. I have now retired, after working for a large multi-national IT services company for 36 years. I am also a Governor of St. John’s CEC Primary School in Rowlands Castle. I enjoy taking walks around the beautiful countryside in this area, including the Stansted Estate, and I represent the Parish Council on the Friends of Stansted Park Committee.
T: 02392 412405
E: bwlsn1@aol.com
A: 28 College Close, Rowlands Castle PO9 6AJ
Councillor Vacancy
Role
We are currently seeking a individual local to and passionate about the area of Rowlands Castle to fill our current Councillor vacancy. For more details please contact Lisa Walker.
T: Your Number…
E: Your Email address…
A: Your Address…
Councillor Vacancy
Role
We are currently seeking another individual local to and passionate about the area of Rowlands Castle to fill our current Councillor vacancy. For more details please contact Lisa Walker.
T: Your Number…
E: Your Email address…
A: Your Address…
