Graham Burgess
Conservative councillor for Lee East
Council: Gosport
Term started: 7 May 2026
Graham and his wife Mal have lived in Lee on the Solent for over 40 years. He moved here with his family whilst serving in the Royal Navy where he served for 24 years both above and below the waves. Graham has been a Gosport Borough Councillor since 1998 but most recently worked closely with fellow Councillors, local organisations and volunteers to make LEE HUB a reality, ensuring that we do not lose our library.
Election history
Lee East (2026)
Conservative · 1,023 votes· Elected
Lee East (2022)
Conservative and Unionist Party · Vote total not available· Elected
Lee East (2021)
Conservative and Unionist Party · Vote total not available· Elected
Lee (2021)
Conservative and Unionist Party · Vote total not available· Elected
Lee (2017)
Conservative and Unionist Party · Vote total not available· Elected
Lee East (2016)
Conservative and Unionist Party · Vote total not available· Elected
Contact Information
Lee East Ward
Where Graham fits into things
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 (AA)