Parish Councillor Details
The Parish has 15 Councillors. All Councillors serve a four year term, and are normally elected in a single election. Councillors give their time voluntarily and do not get paid a salary or expenses.
Councillor Register of Interest Documents are reviewed annually. If there are no amendments, the Councillor Register of Interest Document will roll-over from the previous year. All Councillor signatures have been redacted as per current General Data Protection Regulations.
Councillor Meeting Attendance 2023-2024
SCOTT ANDERSON
5 Ascot Road
Horton Heath
SO50 7JP
Tel: 02380 694385
Member of Finance Committee,
Member of Budget & Public Open Spaces, Community Infrastructure & Play Area Task & Finish Groups
View Register of Interests (pdf)
BIOGRAPHY
Scott Anderson moved to Horton Heath in 1994 with his wife and two daughters. He was employed at Solent University for 18 years until 2018. His interests include art and design, photography, and filmmaking.
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
I garden sustainably.
PETER BARRETT
165 Nutbeem Road
Eastleigh
SO50 7NX
Tel: 023 8061 4796
Member of Finance Committee
Membership on Outside Bodies: Eastleigh Borough Council
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
I ride an electric bike & I garden sustainably.
COLIN BIRD
32 Reynolds Road
Fair Oak
SO50 7NA
Tel: 023 8069 4255
Member of Climate & Public Open Spaces, Community Infrastructure & Play Area Task & Finish Groups
Membership on Outside Bodies: None
View Register of Interests (pdf)
BIOGRAPHY
Colin has been a resident of Fair Oak for over 50 years and has witnessed significant changes in the village. However, he acknowledges that the village has managed to preserve its unique character and a strong sense of community. As an advocate for its appearance, he is keen to maintain and enhance it. Colin's professional background is in science, and despite being retired, he still maintains an interest in the scientific applications of IT. He occasionally consults for the Chemistry department at the University of Southampton.
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I have solar panels at home.
- I walk to parish council meetings/events.
- I garden sustainably.
- I am interested in the science of climate change.
STEVE BROOMFIELD
26 Reynolds Road
Fair Oak
SO50 7NA
Tel: 07876 548101
Member of Asset Committee
Membership on Outside Bodies: Hampshire County Council Councillor, Eastleigh Borough Councillor & Village Hall Representative
BIOGRAPHY
Lived in Fair Oak since 2001 with my wife and two daughters (both now married and living in other parts of the country). I took early retirement from a national animal charity in 2018 and have since devoted myself to village life.
NICOLAS COULDREY - VICE CHAIR
Crowd Hill Farm
Winchester Road
Fair Oak
SO50 7HD
Tel: 023 8060 0990
Member of Finance Committee & Budget Task & Finish Group
Membership on Outside Bodies: Eastleigh Borough Councillor & Twynams Trustee
View Register of Interests (pdf)
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I have solar panels at home.
- I drive an electric car
WALTER CHIVUCHI
c/o Fair Oak and Horton Heath Parish Council
2 Knowle Park Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7GL
Tel: 023 8069 2403
Member of Finance Committee & Budget Task & Finish Group
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
HELEN DOUGLAS - CHAIR
The Little Dower House,
Mortimers Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7EA
Tel: 023 8069 2200
Chairman of Finance Committee, Member of Budget, & Communications & Events Task & Finish Groups.
Membership on Outside Bodies:
Y-Zone Management Committee & Fair Oak Squash Club
View Register of Interests (pdf)
BIOGRAPHY
Helen is a retired teacher, Mum, and Grandma. Dedicating her career to education, Helen worked in two local schools and a 6th-form college since her move here in 1983. In 1989, she joined the Parish Council becoming Chair three years later. She is also a Hampshire Ambassador for Local Councils and was part of the team of volunteers who built Horton Heath Hall, after which she chaired its Management Committee. Additionally, Helen is a Justice of the Peace and has served as a mentor for the Prince’s Trust.
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I drive an electric car
- I have solar panels at home.
- I cycle to council meetings
- I garden sustainably
KRISTINA FORFAR
8 Knowle Park Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7GL
Tel: 07860772860
Member of Finance Committees & Member of Climate Change Task & Finish Group
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I drive an electric car
- I have solar panels at home.
TRUDIE HIGBY
4 Knowle Park Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7GL
Tel: c/o 023 8069 2403
Member of Finance Committee, Budget, & Public Open Spaces, Community Infrastructure & Play Area Task & Finish Groups
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I walk to meetings
- I drive an electric car
- I have solar panels
MICHELLE MARSH
c/o Fair Oak and Horton Heath Parish Council
2 Knowle Park Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7GL
Tel: 023 8069 2403
Member of Finance Committee & Climate Change Task & Finish Group
Membership on Outside Bodies: Eastleigh Borough Council Councillor
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I occasionally walk to meetings
- I garden sustainably
GRAHAM MEECH
16 Pavilion Close
Fair Oak
SO50 7PS
Tel: 07891 427797
Member of Communications & Events Task & Finish Group
BIOGRAPHY
Graham is a retired IT manager who relocated to this area 27 years ago with his wife of 50 years. Together they have raised four children. Since retiring, Graham has dedicated this time to volunteering for various charities, including Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance Service. He played an instrumental role in setting up the Community Library during its early stages. Graham is passionate about the community and remains an active member of this community, serving as a parish councillor with pride.
DESMOND SCOTT
5 West Horton Close
Bishopstoke
SO50 8DA
Tel: 023 81785201
Member of Public Open Spaces, Community Infrastructure & Play Area Task & Finish Group
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
MICHAEL SMITH
53 Whalesmead Road
Bishopstoke
SO50 8HJ
Tel: 023 92510344
Member of Communications & Events Task & Finish Group
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
GARY STUPPLE
c/o Fair Oak and Horton Heath Parish Council
2 Knowle Park Lane
Fair Oak
SO50 7GL
Tel: 023 8069 2403
BIOGRAPHY
Not recieved
BRUCE TENNENT
42 Holly Gardens
West End
Southampton
SO30 3RW
Tel: 07703 447365
Member of Finance Committee
Membership on Outside Bodies: Eastleigh Borough Councillor
BIOGRAPHY
Bruce has been a resident of Eastleigh since 1985 and ventured into public service in 2006 when he was elected as an Eastleigh Borough Councillor. In the following year, he was also chosen to serve on West End Parish Council. At present, he holds a position in Fair Oak & Horton Heath Parish Council, making him a member of three councils. Moreover, he has served for 12 years in Hampshire County Council and eight years in Hedge End Town Council. Alongside his Council responsibilities, Bruce is President of Itchen North Scouts and a School Governor at Norwood Primary School. Bruce takes pride in his community and is a passionate advocate for equality and liberalism and the environment.
MY GREEN CREDENTIALS
- I ride an electric bike