The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend is approaching (June 2-5), so here is a guide to various events and celebrations taking place in the Horsham district.
Horsham District Council has elected a new leader.
Thursday, 27th May 2021, 1:55 pm
Paul Clarke (Con, Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley) was named leader during the council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday (May 26), with Tony Hogben (Con, Colgate & Rusper) as his deputy.
The have taken over from Ray Dawe and Jonathan Chowen, both of whom stepped down recently.
Mr Clarke said of his predecessor: “He’s a very hard act to follow. One can do but one’s best.”
Paul Clarke was elected Horsham District Council leader. Pic by Steve Robards
His first act as leader was to double the size of the cabinet, in an effort to spread the workload and give more councillors the opportunity to take part.