Our
Councillors

joan.bottomley@sdpc.uk

Member of all Committees.

I have lived in Holywell Green for 34 years and worked at Huddersfield Technical College (now Kirklees College) for 30 years as a lecturer in administration and IT.  I have one son and my husband is very supportive, he is also retired and involved with various charities in Halifax.

I care about my community and area and want to contribute to the improvement of the environment and facilities for local people; for example, the improvement of Shaw Park which is ongoing.  I would also like to improve our environment by getting rid of litter and invasive species such as Himalayan Balsam.  I wish to help to provide facilities for young people by using the halls at the church or Sowood Community Centre for activities.

lisa.fieldhouse@sdpc.uk

Chair of Stainland & District Parish Council.
Chair of Environment, Member of Planning & Staffing

My journey to becoming a Parish Councillor started with the Stainland and District Community Association back in 2006. I served as  Secretary until the  creation of the Parish Council in 2018.

I have  organised many  local events during my time with both organisations such as the Open Gardens Weekend, Stainland  Lantern Parade and community hedge planting.

I was involved with planning and creating the wildlife area at Holywell  Green Primary School,  and helped to run the Gardening and Wildlife Club up until 2020.

Away from the parish council I am an active member of the friends of Shaw Park group and enjoy working on my allotment.

I am the lead gardener for St Augustine’s Centre in Halifax where I coordinate volunteers who help in the garden.

I have lived in Stainland and Holywell green  for over 30 years  and I feel  privileged to be able to  contribute  towards  creating a vibrant and thriving community through my role as a parish councillor.

mark.mullany@sdpc.uk

Vice Chair of Stainland & District Parish Council Member of all Committees.

I grew up in Outlane and lived there for many years within the parish area before moving to Barkisland where I now live. My affinity for the area sparked an interest joining the new parish council and I was delighted to be elected to it in 2019.

Since then I have served on the Council’s Planning Committee, helping to provide responses to consultation from Calderdale Council on local planning applications and on other planning proposals affecting the parish such as Calderdale’s Local Plan. I also serve on the Environment and Events and Communications Committees.

I work as an Admin Officer in the Civil Service. Previously I have had experience in local government, as a planning officer, and in the private sector as part of a local environmental consultants. In my spare time I help to run a local amateur football club and enjoy exploring the parish’s footpath network.

david.mitchell@sdpc.uk

Member of Environment and Communications.

I was born and raised in Holywell Green & I have spent most of my adult life here and I am deeply committed to our community’s well-being and development. I was an HGV driver for over Thirty years & had to retire due to health reasons in 2020, I have seen much of this country throughout my working career. I have seen the changes that have taken place in our Stainland & District Parish over the years, and I am proud of the progress that we have made. However, I also recognize that there are many challenges ahead, and I am eager to work with you all to find solutions that benefit our community. In my role as a parish councillor, I hope to be a voice for our residents and to represent their interests to the best of my ability. I believe in the importance of listening to and engaging with the community, and I am committed to working collaboratively with my fellow councillors and local organizations to promote the common good.

alex.lynessbrown@sdpc.uk

Member of all committees

Originally born in Oldham, I moved to Stainland at the age of 18 with my mum. I worked at The Rock until leaving to become a Butlins Redcoat in North Wales!

Following this I worked in hotel management, banking and insurance, with many of my roles leading to team management or training.

I then worked for 12 years for Manchester City Council developing training and processes in both legislation and IT with a specialisation in Children’s Services – educating everyone from Administrator to Social Worker to the Directors. I also had extensive contact with external agencies such as the NHS, Police and Charities, delivering training and access for a more joined up service to safeguard children.

I returned to Stainland following ill health to be near family again and enjoy all the beautiful walks and views we have

I am currently the Vice Chair of Together Housing’s “Customer Voice Group” informing and challenging decisions by Board Members and the Operations Committee. I also Chair the online meetings for the LGBTQIA+ and Disabled residents.

I am a Panel Member of the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities’ “Social Housing Quality Residents Panel” – a pool of 250 people from all over the country who contribute to various consultations such as Awaabs Law and upcoming investigations around vulnerabilities and disability.

I have been a regular attendee to Parish Council meetings since its formation in 2018.

I am keen to work with my colleagues to improve the Parish and look forward to the challenges ahead!

Co-opted at the Council Meeting held on the 29th August 2024.

I have a background in finance, IT and HR. Having past experience of local government and being a Parish clerk & RFO for 4 years this is useful as a councillor.

I am keen to get involved in youth projects and projects that support young people in the parish.