David Ablitt
Liberal Democrats councillor for Upper Meon Valley
Term started: 7 May 2026
David has lived in Meonstoke with his family for 19 years. He is passionate about developing local communities and making a real difference to the area. He is a member of the Parish Council and runs several volunteer groups. He knows how to get things done. When he worked in the telecoms industry, he successfully helped bring high-speed broadband to the area.
Election history
Upper Meon Valley (2026)
Liberal Democrats · 933 votes· Elected
Contact Information
Upper Meon Valley Ward
Where David fits into things
Winchester
Constituency
Upper Meon Valley
Ward
David Ablitt
Councillor
Upper Meon Valley
Jerry Pett
Councillor · Upper Meon Valley
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