The Members of the Parish Council

The Parish Council

The Area

The general area covered by the six Baildon Parish Council wards can be seen on the Google map here.

The Councillors

East Ward

Chris Flecknoe Ian Lyons

North Ward

Mark Fisher Gill Dixon
South East Ward Marian Taylor Barney Lerner
South Ward Kathy Andrews Joe Ashton (Chair)
West Ward Mike Whitehouse Roger L'Amie
South West Ward Lesley Brook Alan Martin

Councillor contact details are set out below.


Joe Ashton. Co-opted October 2008. Appointed May 2011

Chair of the council 2 May 2011

Born and raised in Baildon, I attended local schools.

Originally co-opted in 2008, I helped to establish the Parish Council as a member of the Community Council from 2002.

In recent years I studied at the University of Sheffield and now work in local government.

Outside of politics, my interests include theatre, horticulture, reading and rambling.

Please feel free to contact me

Contacts:

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18 Sandals Road
Baildon
Shipley
BD17 5QA.

Joe Ashton

Lesley Brook. Appointed May 2011

I have lived in Baildon all my life and live here out of choice, I love the area and enjoy where I live, which is the Higher Coach Road, I just wanted to be able to make a difference and help those that live in the area where I do.

Contacts:

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Lesley Brook

Mark Fisher. Appointed May 2007/2011

Vice Chair of the Council 2008 - 2010, Chair 2007-8.

Originally from the south coast, I have degrees in Biochemistry and worked in the pharmaceutical industry and then a teaching hospital in America. On returning, I left science and developed other work in landscape design, rural research and small business advice.

Diana and I moved to Baildon in 1989 and have been walking its moor and woodlands ever since.

I stood for the parish council as I believe it is important for local government to be as close to the people it serves as possible.

Contacts:

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Phone - 07982 318293

mark fisher

Gill Dixon. Co-opted Feb 2012

I have lived in Baildon since 1986, and enjoy the semi-rural location on the edge of the moors, but also the proximity to Leeds and Bradford, all accessible from our local railway station!

Having raised three sons here, who all attended local primary and secondary schools, I have been involved in many aspects of community life over the years, including 10 years as a school governor of Tong Park First and Ladderbanks Middle schools.

I have had a long career mainly in Local Government (Bradford and Craven) , and I am keen to use my experience to local benefit. I look forward to working with others to help Baildon to go from strength to strength!

Contacts:

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Gill Dixon

Marian Taylor Appointed May 2011

Marian Taylor has lived in Baildon for 40 years and was appointed in May 2011. Marian has many local interests including, Local History, Otley Road in Bloom, Baildon at Christmas, Walkers are Welcome, and is concerned with environment issues and Baildon Moor.

Contacts:

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Phone (01274) 587958

Marian Taylor

Barney Lerner. Co-opted June 2011

Barney Lerner has lived in Baildon since 1996, although he works in Sheffield. He is particularly interested in environmental matters, including rivers, footpaths and energy conservation. He is a runner (Saltaire Striders) and beekeeper in his spare time.

Contacts:

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Phone - 01274 581523

Fairways, Woodlands
Roundwood Rd
Baildon BD17 6SP

Barney Lerner


Chris Flecknoe. Appointed May 2011

I first moved to Baildon in 1982.

I have been employed for many years in community development work with local authorities and voluntary organisations. Until 2010, I was privileged to be Bradford Council's Area Co-ordinator for the Shipley Constituency, which includes Baildon. This work enabled me to gain a wide experience of the work of local government at both District and Parish level. I chaired Neighbourhood Forums across the Constituency, including many in Baildon. I was also able to assist with the new Baildon Parish Plan. I am an active member of Baildon Methodist Church, a school governor, a member of the Management Committee for the HALE healthy living project. Becoming a Parish Councillor provides a new challenge for me and I hope to be able to contribute to developing and supporting initiatives which will bring improvements to the local quality of life.

Contacts:

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Mobile - 07766 296364

Chris Flecknoe


Ian Lyons. Elected October 2012

I was born, educated, and live in Baildon. I retired from the British Army in 2011 as a Sergeant  in the Royal Corps of Signals, where I trained as a Communications Operator, Physical and Adventure Training Instructor and Logistics Specialist.

I was injured on military duty, and I now study full time for a degree at Bradford University, working part-time as a HGV driver. Whilst recovering from injury, I wrote a children’s book called ‘April’s Pond’, and won an academic prize in Health and Social Care.

In my spare time I am a School Governor for Glenaire Primary School, and I am leading an environmental project in the Ferniehurst Dell.

I also enjoy rock climbing on Baildon Bank, cycling, chess, hen keeping, and skydiving, completing over 950 parachute jumps.

As a Liberal Democrat, it was an honour to be elected on to the Parish Council, and I promise to continue listening, working hard, and getting things done for my local area. I will do my very best to represent everyone, whether they voted for me or not. If there is anything I can help with please get in touch.

Contacts:

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Phone - 01274 418119

Mobile - 0758 126373

Ian Lyons

Roger L'Amie. Elected May 2007 Re-elected May 2011

I was born in Boston Linconshire and moved to West Yorkshire when I was five. I have lived in Baildon since 1977. I studied Chemistry at Bradford University,obtaining a Ph.D. in Structural Chemistry. I worked in the chemical industry before going on to become a teacher. In addition to my roles on Baildon and Bradford Councils I am a governor of Hoyle Court Primary School and Shipley College.

Contacts:

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Phone - 01274 594337

Cllr. Roger L'Amie

9 Glen Rise

Baildon

BD17 5DD

Roger L'Amie

Mike Whitehouse. Co-opted April 2012

I have lived in Baildon for around 6 years and feel honoured to be on the Parish Council.

I am employed as a Enterprise Coach so my passion is helping support people who want to work for themselves.

Please feel free to contact me should you like to discuss any issue affecting Baildon

Contacts:

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Mike Whitehouse

Kathy Andrews. Co-opted May 2011

I Have been married for 44 years, have 2 children & 5 Grandaughters of which most of them have attended Baildon schools, we have lived in Baildon since 1976 and love the area. Baildon has a lot to offer but there is always room for improvement. Recently retired from the NHS as a Carer Support Worker I would like to make a difference to the community and my fellow man.

Hobbies are Flower arranging, sewing, knitting,gardening,caravanning,walking & motorbiking.

Contacts:

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Phone - 01274 599038

Kathy Andrews
22 Oakroyd Terrace
Baildon
Shipley
BD17 7JB


Alan Martin. Co-opted February 2010. Appointed May 2011

Alan has been a Foster Carer for over 15 years and is very aware that provision for young peoples activities in and around Baildon really does need improving. Alan is convinced that if more youth facilities were available for for young people then problems with ani social behaviour would decrease substantially.

Please contact Alan about any of your local concerns

Contacts:

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Phone - 532684

19, Glenaire Drive.

Alan Martin