Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Stephen Philpott
Conservative candidate for Peel Common
I believe that a local councillor can make a huge difference. After 29 years representing our area, I still have the same passion, drive, and determination to improve the quality of life for the people of Peel Common and Rowner. They know that I will stand up for them, as I always have, regardless of party politics and that I will continue to do everything I can to defend our area against unwanted major developments.
Previous elections
Peel Common (2022)
Conservative and Unionist Party· Elected
Bridgemary (2021)
Conservative and Unionist Party· Elected
Peel Common (2021)
Conservative and Unionist Party· Elected
Bridgemary (2017)
Conservative and Unionist Party· Elected
Peel Common (2016)
Conservative and Unionist Party· Elected
Peel Common Ward
Where Stephen fits into things
Gosport
Constituency
Peel Common
Ward
Stephen Philpott
Candidate
Peel Common
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Gosport