I HOPE you are all well as we go through June. Following May’s local elections, things are now becoming a bit clearer at Cornwall Council in terms of who is running the council.

The first full council of the current term saw Bodmin’s Leigh Frost elected as leader of Cornwall Council. I've known Leigh since his election in 2017 – he’s a good local man with a young family who I know stood to represent his community for the same reasons I stood to represent mine.

Politics is a team game, and although our politics with a big P differ in some areas, I appreciated Leigh’s conciliatory speech prior to his election and I look forward to working with him and his new cabinet to serve the people of Cornwall over the coming years.

Looking at another new role, I am delighted to confirm my appointment as co-chair of the Cornwall Learning Disability Partnership Board.

Working with Healthwatch Cornwall, the Cornwall Learning Disability Partnership Board connects individuals with learning disabilities, carers and service providers to improve local services.

It ensures their voices are heard in shaping health, social care and community support. The board fosters collaboration, identifies key issues and promotes positive change for inclusive, person-centred services.

The Learning Disability Partnership Board provides an opportunity for people with a learning disability, their families and carers to work with professionals to improve the lives of people living with a learning disability in Cornwall.

I look forward to using my experience on the council over the past 11 years, plus lived experience as a SEND parent, to contribute in this really important area.

As ever, should people require my assistance on any matter, please get in touch on 07885 277670 or at [email protected]