Council announces new Deputy Leader
News release issued:
Wyre Forest District Council has announced that Councillor David Ross has been appointed as Deputy Leader with effect from 24 September 2025.
Councillor Ross has been Cabinet Member for Finance and the Capital Portfolio since May 2023 and represents the Franche & Habberley North Ward. He takes over the role from Councillor Ben Brookes who remains as Cabinet Member for Operational Services.
The change in the deputy leadership was confirmed by the Leader, Councillor Marcus Hart, who said:
“I am delighted to appoint Councillor Ross as Deputy Leader and he will continue to lead the important portfolio that he has held for over two years. I would also like to extend my thanks to Councillor Brookes for his service in the role since May 2024, and I will be able to continue to draw on his advice and support in the Cabinet.”
There are no changes to membership of the Cabinet or portfolios.