Richard Winch
District Councillor for Walsham Le Willows
I was elected as District Councillor for Walsham Le WIllows in May 2023 and I am Cabinet Member responsible for Housing and Property.
I live in Walsham Le Willows where my children grew up.
I have a background in the IT industry and have previously worked for large multi national organisations implementing projects in Europe and the Middle East. More recently I have set up and managed a number of successful startup software companies.
I am interested in mental health and well being and I have been heavily involved over many years with Samaritans where I am a Trustee and volunteer.
The impact of the cost of living crisis and the general lack of affordable housing are major concerns to me and I have worked as a volunteer advisor with charities focused on alleviating the impact on our community.
I am also a strong supporter of local initiatives to improve biodiversity, keep our rivers clean and to protect local wildlife.
I enjoy travel, music, festivals, reading and gardening.
Areas Richard represents
Mid Suffolk District Council
Walsham Le Willows
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On 2nd December, Suffolk County Council passed opposition Green, Lib Dem, Independent (GLI) group motion recognising changes to the Highway Code, giving clarity that 20mph limits should not be exceeded. The motion was passed unanimously and included the following stipulation: “This Council will write to the PCC and ask for confirmation that the Suffolk Constabulary […]
Greens help polluted Suffolk rivers
Increased commitment to Suffolk rivers as Green, LibDem & Independent Group motion passes
All Suffolk rivers have been reported to have failed government standards. Suffolk GLI believes that our rivers in Suffolk should promote safe human activity, biodiversity, and important wildlife. Instead, Suffolk rivers are polluted with dangerous amounts of chemicals, destroying ecosystems with a rise in sewage discharge, storm overflow, as well as agricultural runoff.