Michael Dingemans
Liberal Democrats councillor for Mortlake & Barnes Common
Council: Richmond upon Thames
Term ends: 2 May 2030
Michael Dingemans has lived in Barnes for nearly 20 years. He has dual Dutch and Irish nationality and worked in publishing abroad before moving to the UK in 1995 and setting up his own publishing business. He and his wife recently opened a small shop locally and he is keen to ensure that the council helps small businesses thrive in the borough to provide a greater diversity of independent retailers. As a father of teenage children, he is also keen to emphasize the importance of providing local opportunities for young people.
Recent election history
Mortlake & Barnes Common (2026)
Liberal Democrats · 1,464 votes· Elected
Mortlake and Barnes Common (2018)
Liberal Democrats· Not elected
Contact Information
Where Michael fits into things
Constituency
Michael Dingemans
Councillor
Mortlake & Barnes Common
Anton McNulty-Howard
Councillor · Mortlake & Barnes Common
Geri Cox
Councillor · Mortlake & Barnes 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
Richmond upon Thames (CO)