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Cllr David Bligh

Cllr David Bligh

Town Mayor 2024-2025

At the Annual Council Meeting held on 20 May 2024, Cllr David Bligh was elected to continue as Town Mayor for the next municipal year (May 2024 – May 2025).

Cllr Bligh was delighted to have been elected to this post and is looking forward to acting as the Chairman of the Council as well as performing civic duties and helping to fundraise for his chosen charities.

Cllr Bligh stands as the 50th Mayor of Leighton-Linslade Town Council since its inception in 1974.

It is normal practice, when introducing the Mayor at a function to refer to him as either “Mayor”, “Town Mayor of Leighton-Linslade” or “Councillor Bligh”.

Deputy Town Mayor

On 15 May 2023, Council elected Cllr James Emm the post of Deputy Town Mayor for 2023-2024. Cllr Emm will support the Mayor in his fundraising activities and deputise at events which the Mayor is not able to attend.

Upcoming events

Town Mayor’s Spring Fair
Come join us at the Town Mayor's Spring Fair on Saturday 26th April, 11am-2pm with the first hour dedicated to SEND. A fun day for all the family.
Town Mayor’s Musical Bingo Night
Thank you to everyone who supported the Town Mayor's Musical Bingo Night. £717 was raised, with an additional donation of £100 for a signed MK Dons Shirt.
Town Mayor’s Ceilidh
Thank you to everyone who attended the Ceilidh, a huge £1060 was raised for Spectrum Community Arts.
Town Mayor’s Charity Quiz Night
A Total of £1390 raised for Leighton Linslade Citizen's Advice.
Town Mayor’s Charity Auction
The Town Mayor's Charity Event was a huge success with £1500 raised for the MS Support Group for Leighton-Linslade.
Mayor’s Charity Meal
A big thank you to everyone who attended Cllr Bligh's first charity meal, he extends his heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and supported!
Town Mayor’s Rock Of Ages Concert
Councillor Bligh was delighted to witness the community coming together to support such a wonderful cause. We’re also excited to share that £855 was raised for the Leighton Linslade Macmillan Cancer Support Charity.
Town Mayor – Save the date
Save the dates for the Town Mayor's upcoming events! Lots more information coming soon.
Town Mayor Carol Concert 2024
We are delighted to announce that, thanks to your incredible generosity, we raised a total of £625 at the Christmas Candlelit Carol Concert for Leighton Linslade Homeless Service and Food Bank!

Town Mayor's chosen charities

M S Support Group for Leighton-Linslade
Raising funds to provide regular coffee mornings and activities including funding treatments at dedicated centres.

Citizens Advice Leighton-Linslade
Providing quality advise and information to local people to enable them to move forward

Rotary “Yes We Can”:
An Accessible, Affordable and Sustainable program designed to deliver sporting opportunities to those with a disability in South West Bedfordshire and the surrounding area.

Reclaim Life:
Dedicated to providing essential support and resources to improve the mental health and emotional wellbeing of the community.

Freddie and Friends
Is a not-for-profit community organisation, providing parent/carer support groups and activity days.

Leighton-Linslade Macmillan Cancer Support Fundraising Group.
Are a small local group dedicated to raising funds to support local people living with cancer.

They believe in the importance of providing support and services locally. To ensure this they reserve 50% of all monies raised to be used in Bedfordshire.

Spectrum
Is a not-for-profit organisation providing performing arts workshops for people with disabilities and additional needs to enable participants to develop their self-esteem and self-expression in a safe, encouraging environment.

Hospice at Home Volunteers
Support offered to families caring for someone with a life limiting illness allowing carers a break and patients some new companionship.

 

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