Ruth George
Independent / Other councillor for Whaley Bridge ED
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Council: Derbyshire
Term ends: 3 May 2029
I've been the county councillor for Whaley Bridge in High Peak since 2020. Previously a Labour councillor and Labour MP for High Peak from 2017-2019, I have been independent since March 2025 and leader of the Independent Group on Derbyshire County Council since May 2025. I work with people from all parties and none to seek the best for local people, including on road safety, promoting cycling and walking, protecting our environment and supporting local businesses.
Contact Information
Role
Leader Of The Derbyshire Independent GroupCouncil Leader
Phone
07816 935539Where Ruth 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
Derbyshire (LC)