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Lead members

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Leader of the Council and Lead Member for Finance

Councillor Jeremy Birch is the Leader of the Council and is also responsible for overseeing Finance.  You can listen to Councillor Birch's inaugural speech about his plans for the organisation on our YouTube Channel.

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Deputy Leader and Lead Member for Regeneration

Councillor Peter Chowney is the Deputy Leader and is also Lead Member for Regeneration.

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Lead Member for Housing and Community Services

Councillor Kim Forward is the Lead Member for Housing and Community Services and is responsible for Housing and Community Services.

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Lead Member for Corporate Services and Equalities

Councillor Jay Kramer is responsible for Corporate Services and Equalities.

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Lead Member for Environmental Services and Highways

Councillor Philip Scott is the Lead Member for Environment and Highways and is responsible for recycling and clean streets.

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Lead Member for Leisure and Amenities

Councillor Emily Westley is the Lead Member for Leisure and Amenities and is responsible for Active Hastings and parks and gardens.

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Charity Committee Chair

Councillor John Hodges is the Charity Committee Chair.

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