I am a Chartered Accountant and businessman who has been living in the west of Wokingham Borough for over 50 years.

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I first moved to Arborfield in 1968, and then Swallowfield in 1984 were I bought my first house and subsequently moved with my wife to Spencers Wood in 1997 where we have lived for the last 27 years. I was first elected to Wokingham District Council in 1994 serving until 2019. I held several executive roles most notably the finance portfolio where I ensured that the Council’s finance was soundly based leaving the finances in very good order in 2019. I enjoyed my previous roles and want to give back to my community again.

I have seen the many changes that have taken place in the area together with the continuing challenges experienced by residents of Spencers Wood and Swallowfield. Having continued to speak to local people on the doorsteps over recent years about their issues, I feel it is time for me to be involved again. I look forward to helping residents with their problems and working to make Wokingham Borough Council a flagship authority for its service and value for money. I believe that my previous experience on the council together with my financial and business experience will an asset ensuring that the best services will be delivered for residents.

I do hope I get the opportunity to be one of your Borough Councillors’ after 2nd May Elections and look forward to serving you in the years to come. Anthony Pollock