Des is the newly elected member of the City Council for Bartley Green. He has strong ties to the ward, having been an assistant head teacher there for a number of years, and is determined to continue Viv's excellent work following her retirement.
Lord Whiby is a working peer. He has a long history in local government, having served on both the Sandwell and Birmingham Councils. Between 2004-2010 he was the Leader of Birmingham City Council. He has served the ward of Harborne tirelessly over a many number of years, both in elected office and as an advocate of its residents. He was recognised for his life time's work when he was enobled in 2013.
James has been on the association's Executive for a number of years, serving a Secretary prior to his current position. He also has extensive campaign experience, having been the election agent for our Parliamentary candidate in the 2015 General Election.
Ian is a devoted member of the constituency association. Over a number of years he has been actively involved in a multitude of campaigns to improve our community. He also takes a great interest in spreading the Conservative message across the city of Birmingham. Follow @IanColpman
Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst was born and brought up in Birmingham, attending King Edward’s School in the heart of the Edgbaston constituency. His family continue to live within the local area.
