On 13 May 2024, we held our Annual Council meeting and elected the new Chairman for the coming year as Cllr David Hawkins.
Cllr Hawkins represents the Milford and Hordle ward on the district council and has been a member of NFDC since 2019.
In addition to chairing meetings of the Council held at Appletree Court, the position of Chairman is an important ceremonial one, representing the district at a wide range of civic engagements and local events.
The outgoing Chairman, Cllr Neville Penman, was thanked for his year in office by the Leader of the Council.
Cllr Penman said, “It has been a pleasure and an honour to represent the district as chair and first citizen. My year is something I will always remember along with the many events I attended. I am pleased to have been able to support Minstead Trust and the Rainbow Trust/
“And my thanks to officers, who are always ready to help and support with their knowledge. Thank you for letting me represent you this past year. I will remember it fondly and always.”
The Vice-Chairman for 2024/2025 is Cllr John Sleep.
