I intend to continue with the work in the community as I have done for over ten years.

Councillor Allan Blakemore sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Finance
• Fireworks
• Butterwick Road Cemetery
• Policy and Records Management

Councillor Blakemore also represents the Town Council on the following:

• SCA Executive
• Crime Prevention / Neighbourhood Watch
• Pubs Partnership
• The Sedgefield District Relief in Need Charity and The Howle Hope Estate board of The Sedgefield Charities
• County Durham Association of Local Councils (CDALC)
• Larger Councils Forum

Address:
32 Beacon Avenue, Sedgefield TS21 3AB

Telephone Number:
01740 621820

I have been a town councillor since 2003 and look forward to representing residents during this term of office. I am proud to say I have always lived in Sedgefield Parish. My father was a farmer at Bog Hall farm where I was brought up. Upon my marriage in 1964 I farmed at Hopper House Farm which is now run by my son and his wife. Understandably I am the voice for the rural residents (10%) who at this point in time contribute 20% of the precept! Please attend meetings and have your say.

Councillor David Brown sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest

Working Groups:

• Finance

Councillor Brown also represents the Town Council on the following:

• Pubs Partnership
• The Sedgefield District Relief in Need Charity and The Howle Hope Estate board of The Sedgefield Charities

Address:
Town Farm House, 3 West End, Sedgefield  TS21 2BW

Telephone Number:
01740 622894

I am pleased to be able to continue to support the very positive work of Sedgefield Town Council which has been carried out on behalf of the residents of Sedgefield since I was elected in 2013. As part of a team of very enthusiastic and largely non-political independent members; we aim to continue to deliver great results, as we hope you think we have done, since 2013.

Councillor Mark Cant sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Councillor Cant also represents the Town Council on the following:

• Lambs Hill Liaison Committee

Address:
Mordon Moor Farm, Racecourse Road, Sedgefield  TS21 2HN

Telephone Number:
07818 243774

I have lived and worked in Sedgefield for 47 years and always been interested in what makes our town thrive and why it is a popular place to live. I am married to Mel and we have two daughters. I have worked as a nurse, midwife and hotelier in Sedgefield for many years. I enjoy travel, reading and am a keen participant/volunteer in many groups such as the Inner Wheel, U3A, Dance Group and Holme House Prison. I am concerned with what can be done to preserve what we have in Sedgefield and how to improve it. I will do my best to support the residents of Sedgefield in maintaining and building on all the great things we have in our town.

Councillor Ann Carr sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Fireworks
• Butterwick Road Cemetery
• Policy and Records Management

Councillor Carr also represents the Town Council on the following:

• The Educational Foundation Board of The Sedgefield Charities

Address:
3 The Square, Sedgefield  TS21 2AB

Telephone Number:
01740 629070

I was born in Sedgefield and have lived here for over 60 years. I now live with my wife Ann in the centre of the village. We have two daughters Louise and Emma and two granddaughters who have been a great support to me since I joined the Town Council. I am pleased to be a Councillor and will continue to work for the interests of all residents to retain the special and unique character of Sedgefield.

Councillor Mel Carr sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Finance
• Fireworks
• Butterwick Road Cemetery
• Policy and Records Management

Councillor Carr also represents the Town Council on the following:

• East Durham Rural Corridor Area Action Partnership Local Council Committee
• Sedgefield Development Trust
• Sedgefield In Bloom

Address:
3 The Square, Sedgefield  TS21 2AB

Telephone Number:
01740 629070

I relocated to Sedgefield from Lancashire with my family 27 years ago. Now married to husband Marc, we have two children and fully appreciate and enjoy all the services Sedgefield has to offer. I am passionate about my local community and very grateful for the beautiful, vibrant Village and surrounding areas Sedgefield benefits from. I am committed to making it even better. With a strong focus on environmental issues, improving our parks, green spaces, and footpaths together with minimising the environmental impact.  I am looking forward to contributing to the community events and feel that my dual qualified background in Surveying and Building Surveying will help support planning and estate matters.  I am active in the community, approachable and hope to bring a fresh perspective and creativity to the Town Councils services and look forward to working with fellow councillors.

Councillor Kelly Dickerson sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Working Groups:

• Estates

Councillor Dickerson also represents the Town Council on the following:

• Crime Prevention/Neighbourhood Watch

Councillor Dickerson is the Town Council's Allotment Champion.

Address:
30 Beaumont Court, Sedgefield, TS21 3AH

Telephone Number:
07702080497

I am a retired IT Consultant formerly with “HP Enterprise Services” at Wynyard, and I have lived in Sedgefield for 23 years with my wife Dee. I was born in Darlington and grew up in Stockton - and I also lived in the London area for a number of years before returning to the North East in 1998. I am involved with Sedgefield Blues Club and Sedgefield Players, and I am a keen photographer. I look forward to serving the Sedgefield community and working with my fellow Councillors during the coming term.

Councillor John Finlayson sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Personnel
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Finance
• Policy & Records Management

Councillor Finlayson also represents the Town Council on the following:

• County Durham Association of Local Councils and its Larger Councils Committee
• NETPark

Councillor Finlayson is the Town Council's Parish Hall Champion.

Address:
5 Pine Ridge Avenue, Sedgefield TS21 3EF

Telephone Number:
01740 622313

I grew up in Sedgefield and returned here after my marrying my husband, with whom, I have 3 grown up children.  I am looking forward to serving my local community.  As an avid reader I am keen to preserve our library services as well as helping to support and maintain our village.  I am looking forward to working with my fellow Councillors in the best interests of Sedgefield.

Councillor Catherine Hart sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Working Groups:

• Finance

Contact:
Councillor Hart can be contacted via the Town Council on 01740 621273.

Jenny Haworth

Originally from Darlington, I have lived in the North East most of my life and was fortunate to move to Sedgefield in 2018 with my husband. Having recently retired from local government I want to use my skills to contribute to the work of the town council.

I have found Sedgefield to be a very welcoming community to move into, and I want to help improve our local facilities and contribute to our strong sense of community.

I intend to support community engagement in the Council’s plans, improvements our parks and natural environment, and the development of safe cycling and walking routes and facilities in the area. I will do my best to represent the interests of local residents.

Councillor Jenny Haworth sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Finance
• Policy & Records Management

Address:
27 Station Road, Sedgefield, TS21 2BY

Telephone Number:
07942370050

I grew up in Sedgefield, attending Sedgefield Primary School and the Community College.  After a career in the Royal Air Force I am happy to have returned to the community where I was raised.  I look forward to serving the local community and am interested in ensuring that the town looks after the many Armed Forces Veterans who have made a home here.  I am also keen to ensure that our town remains a happy and vibrant place for our children to grow and thrive.  I look forward to working with my fellow councillors and am always keen to hear the thoughts and views of the residents of Sedgefield about the future of the town.

Councillor Paul Heasman sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Contact:
Councillor Heasman can be contacted via the Town Council on 01740 621273 or by email paul_heasman@hotmail.com

My association with Sedgefield stretches back to 1976, when I was appointed as a class teacher with responsibility for music. Involvement with a flourishing PTA ensued and I spent 8 fulfilling years at Rectory Row School. During this period I was invited to be the Musical Director of the Lyric Singers so, although subsequently I was promoted to larger schools in Darlington and then Durham, I continued with the choral link to the village. In 1988 I moved to Sedgefield and have lived here ever since. I am a member of Sedgefield Players and the SCA and an honorary life member of the choir.

Membership of a school governing body as Vice-Chair and being Treasurer of a number of local music organisations and PTAs followed. Working on several committees and seeing how well they function have provided me with a wealth of experience, which I hope to draw upon in this new, exciting position. I look forward to helping Sedgefield to continue to be a great place to live and raise families, providing its youngsters with many opportunities, just as it did for our children over the years. It is important for inhabitants of all ages and for local businesses to flourish and a vibrant Town Council should facilitate this, as part of its remit.

Councillor Dave Jasper sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Working Groups:

• Finance
• Estates
• Fireworks

Address:
The Mews, 1 Rosedale Close, Sedgefield TS21 3EQ

Telephone Number:
07791 030886

I have lived and worked in Sedgefield for over 35 years and have been the owner of Jaiz Hair Salon for 30. My husband Andrew and I have brought our 2 sons up within the village community and have embraced all that Sedgefield has to offer. I have also been a volunteer Guide leader for the last 33 years. I hope to be a good asset to the council, working as a team.

Councillor Julie Towler sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Butterwick Road Cemetery

Address
8 Mitford Court, Sedgefield TS21 2JE

Telephone Number
07979 376997

I came to live in Sedgefield in 1960, and my two children were born here and attended the local primary schools. My working life was divided into two parts, being the owner of Jayne Fashions Ltd. and Customer Services Manager at Filmco International on the trading estate. I was appointed Youth Leader in the village in the 70's and had a hut at the isolation hospital as a centre. I hope to serve the residents in a way which will maintain the characteristics of the "village", ensuring we have a safe environment in which to live and participate in a controlled housing development plan.

Councillor Mavis Wayman sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Personnel
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Complaints

Working Groups:

• Estates
• Fireworks
• Policy and Records Management

Councillor Wayman also represents the Town Council on the following:

• Sedgefield Twinning Association
• The Educational Foundation Board The Sedgefield Charities

Address:
32 White House Drive, Sedgefield  TS21 3BX

Telephone Number:
01740 620337

Sedgefield has been a major part of my life.  I attended the then Comprehensive School while living close by and moved to the town in 2000 for a short period, then returning permanently in 2018. I love our "Village Centre".  It really is special, and as a Councillor I intend to protect that special character, while supporting our local businesses develop for the future. Public engagement and involvement is important to me and I would like to improve how the Town Council can build on this in the next term. I also intend to support our local groups, whether that be Sports or Community, to give our residents the best choices and facilities.  I will also support / push environmental improvement initiatives and traffic management improvements.

Councillor Stephen Winter sits on the following:

Committees:

• Monthly
• Policy and Resources
• Environment
• Community, Development and Engagement
• Sedgefield Extra
• Community Chest
• Staff Appeals

Working Group:

• Fireworks

Councillor Winter also represents the Town Council on the following:

• Sedgefield Twinning
• Crime Prevention / Neighbourhood Watch
• Pubs Partnership

Address:
3 Milliner Court, Sedgefield TS21 2JF

Telephone Number:
07916 228929