A landmark day for Gloucestershire!

Cllr Lisa Spivey, Leader of the Council, said: “I am incredibly honoured to have been elected Leader of Gloucestershire County Council, becoming the first woman to hold the office. I bring a hands-on, energetic leadership style and I am committed to making a real difference for the residents of Gloucestershire. 

“Supported by my Cabinet, I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work - with passion, determination, and a vision for a stronger Gloucestershire.”

As part of her acceptance speech, Cllr Spivey announced the following immediate priorities:

• Children – doubling down on support for the most vulnerable children in our county
• Highways - dedicated team to clear up signs, barriers and cones from verges
• Speed reduction – making towns and villages safer and more pleasant places to walk and cycle

Below is a full list of Cabinet members and their areas of responsibility:

• Cllr Colin Hay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Assets & Transformation
• Cllr Kate Usmar, Cabinet Member for Adults’ Support & Independence
• Cllr Ben Evans, Cabinet Member for Children's Safeguarding & Care
• Cllr Paul Hodgkinson, Cabinet Member for Public Health, Communities & Fire
• Cllr Linda Cohen, Cabinet Member for Education & Skills
• Cllr Joe Harris, Cabinet Member for Highways Maintenance & Communication
• Cllr Roger Whyborn, Cabinet Member for Sustainable Transport & Strategic Highways
• Cllr Julian Tooke, Cabinet Member for Business, Economic Development, Planning & Infrastructure
• Cllr Martin Horwood, Cabinet Member for Nature, Climate & Waste reduction