Two new faces for Trafford's executive

22 May 2008

(L-R, Cllr Mike Cornes and Cllr Jonathan Coupe)

Trafford’s ruling Conservative group has appointed two new faces to its executive team of councillors tasked with delivering on the priorities set out in the 2008 manifesto, including fighting crime, creating a greener borough and continuing the improvement of our roads and pavements.

Davyhulme East Councillor Mike Cornes replaces Ken Bullman, who stood down at the last election, and will have responsibility for Economic Growth. 

Councillor Jonathan Coupe, who represents Flixton, will be in charge of Environmental Services and replaces Cllr June Reilly, who stood down from the executive after four years service.  All other positions remain unchanged.

The composition of the new executive is: -

Cllr Susan Williams (Leader of the Council)

Cllr Matthew Colledge (Deputy Leader of the Council and Highways and Transportation)

Cllr Michael Young (Adult Social Care)

Cllr Mike Cornes (Economic Growth)

Cllr John Holden (Education)

Cllr Jonathan Coupe (Environmental Services)

Cllr John Tolhurst (Finance)

Cllr John Reilly (Community Safety, Culture and Sport)

Cllr Christine Turner (Supporting Children and Families)

Cllr Alex Williams (Value for Money)

Commenting, Leader of the Council, Cllr Susan Williams said “I am delighted to welcome Mike and Jonathan to the executive.  I am sure they will play a big part in ensuring we continue to deliver on our priorities and keep Trafford as a low cost, well performing authority that is improving strongly”