Mr David Pugh

Welcome to My Website

As the elected member for Shanklin Central, it is my role to represent those living within the ward on the Isle of Wight Council. I live locally myself - in the town centre.

My primary function as a councillor is to act on behalf of the residents of Shanklin Central, and the news on this website focuses on issues relevant to the town in this regard.

Aside from my local duties, I am also the Leader of the Council, with Cabinet responsibility for housing, leisure and governance.

I was elected in May 2005 and my term of office lasts until May 2009. I am delighted and honoured that my neighbours in the town have put their faith in me to be their representative on the Island’s authority. I am working hard to provide a strong and effective voice for all of the residents of Shanklin Central, on a whole range of issues.

If you live in the Shanklin Central ward, please take the opportunity to contact me, in confidence, on any matter relating to council business with which you would like assistance or advice. I can be reached at home on 868614, at County Hall on 821000 or on my mobile on 07779 999808 - and by email - david.pugh@iow.gov.uk.

My News

No news at the moment. For local and Council news visit the 'Local Media' section of iwight.com

Surgery Details

Cllr Pugh does not hold regular surgeries. Residents seem to prefer contacting him directly and he then arranges to speak or meet with them at a mutually convenient time.

About Me

Name:	Mr David Pugh
Political Group:	Conservative
Electoral Division:	Shanklin Central
Address:	18 Spring Gardens Shanklin Isle of Wight PO37 7AQ
Telephone:	01983 868614
E-Mail:	david.pugh@iow.gov.uk
Mobile:	07779 999808
Biography:	David, 28, was elected to the Isle of Wight Council in May 2005, as the member for Shanklin Central. He is also Leader of the Council. He was born on the Island and grew up in Newport, Lake and Shanklin. He attended local schools: Westmont, Newport CE Primary, Trinity Middle and Sandown High. David studied politics at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth and subsequently at the University of Southampton. Between 2000 and 2004, David worked at Conservative Central Office in Westminster, as Head of Youth with responsibility for Conservative Future. During this time he represented the Westminster Foundation for Democracy on a number of visits to eastern Europe, leading training sessions for sister parties in developing democracies. David returned to live on the Island full-time in 2004, however has been involved in community activities for several years and is currently a cornet player in the town band and a member of his local church. He is also a member of Shanklin Town Council. Since joining the Council, David served as a Cabinet Secretary between May 2005 and April 2007; Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Leisure and Communications until September 2007, and Leader since then. He has continued responsibility for housing, leisure and governance.
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