Westhoughton South councillor, Bolton Council and Westhoughton town councillor

Neil has been a town councillor since 2019. He worked for the NHS for 20+ years. He served 22 years in the Armed Forces, including the Falklands where he commanded troops throughout the conflict in 1982. He spent 16 years in the private sector and has been a governor at Westhoughton High School for 18 years.

Westhoughton South councillor, Bolton Council and Westhoughton town councillor

David has lived in Westhoughton all of his life and has served the local community for 41 years, making him one of Bolton’s most experienced local councillors. He recently retired from his work on the railways. He is a former town mayor of Westhoughton.

Westhoughton town councillor

Derek is a local solicitor who runs his own business. He has previously represented Westhoughton as both a borough and town councillor. He lives in Westhoughton with his wife and son.

Westhoughton town councillor

Anna works for a housing charity, tackling homelessness and supporting the most vulnerable within our society. She is also a mental health first aider and she volunteers for a call companion charity. Anna is passionate about people and helping those who are less fortunate.

Westhoughton town councillor

Linda was elected to represent Central ward in the 2022 by-election. She has lived in Westhoughton for 27 years, is Bolton born and bred, and has been married to town councillor and veteran Neil Maher for 40 years. She works at Oakwood Distribution in Wingates and has brought up 5 children who have attended St Thomas’ and Westhoughton High School. Over the years Linda has organised, promoted and raised thousands of pounds for charities such as Cancer Research, Diabetes UK and Alzheimer’s Research.