By becoming a councillor, those that get involved almost certainly want to do something positive and hope to make a difference by influencing decisions that affect their community. There are over 80,000 local councillors in England – all are volunteers and will be held accountable by local people for things that happen locally.
The council is the community’s choice of representatives: an ordinary election for a new council occurs every four years but there may be an election when a seat falls vacant at other times. Councillors are either elected or co-opted if insufficient candidates are proposed for seats. In addition, if a vacancy occurs between elections (for example, by the resignation of a councillor), the council must generally find out if the electors want an election before they can co-opt.
Councillors attend meetings at approximately 6-weekly intervals. The meetings last for roughly an hour and a half. The issues discussed can be seen by looking at minutes of previous meetings on this website.
There are currently five councillors in Westcott who work together to bring local issues to the attention of the council, and help it make decisions on behalf of the local community. Three of the five councillors are needed at any council meeting for it to be able to vote on agenda items (quorate).
I have now been a Parish Councillor for more than 20 years. I have had a varied career since leaving school. I started out as a Doctors receptionist, then worked for many years in Retail Management until I decided to retrain as a Driving Instructor, a job I still thoroughly enjoy. Hobbies include Gardening and attending Classic Car rallies.
I would love to see more people attending Parish Council meetings and getting involved in our Community. We have a lovely village but it can be a little isolated particularly for the younger and older members of our community who are not so mobile.
Please come along to a meeting or perhaps join us at our next village clean up.
Contact: CllrSPusey@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
During my time as a Parish Councillor (12 years+), I’ve represented the views of the Council at planning committees, liaised with Buckinghamshire Council about a variety of issues and evolved the council’s digital output to improve communication with residents and ensure its compliancy. I feel fortunate to live in rural setting and take a particular interest in how improvements can be made for residents in the village whilst respecting the natural environment.
Contact: CllrJHooper@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
I have been a Parish Councillor for more than 12 years now. I have a background in engineering and at present work as an automotive engineer and MOT technician on Westcott Venture Park. Hobbies include Classic Car restoration.
I am part of the Village Green working group, update the SID’s and take a very active part in the Village clean ups.
Contact: CllrGPusey@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
Sue was re-elected onto the Council in May 2025. She is the residents’ representative on the Bucks Recycling Liaison Committee.
Contact: CllrSLacey@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
James was co-opted onto the Council in July 2025.
Contact: CllrJSisk@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
Sue was co-opted onto the Council in February 2026
Contact: Cllrsfox@westcottparishcouncil.gov.uk
In accordance with the Localism Act 2012, you may view the Councillors Declarations of Interests by following the link to Buckinghamshire Council’s register for the parish of Westcott.
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