Billingshurst
Meet your candidates
Samantha Bateman
A primary school teacher, living in Billingshurst with her husband, two teenage sons and father–in-law
“I chose Billingshurst to raise my family for its community feel and distinct character. Protecting Billingshurst’s character and our environment for all residents motivated me to stand for Council. Billingshurst deserves better and our local concerns must not be overlooked.”
Mark Baynham
Mark’s professional life of service includes the Police, National Crime Agency and international development
“I have seen Billingshurst change dramatically over the years, not all of it welcome. We have let development get out of control with no District plan in place for the past five years. I want to see a properly worked through sustainable approach to any new Billingshurst homes.”
John Trollope
An IT professional & former leader for Parbrook Scouts living in Billingshurst since 2005. Keen cyclist & runner.
“Billingshurst, with its small village feel, own shops and train station was love at first sight for me. That was in 2005; now it feels like a small town suffering from growing pains - not enough GPs & dentists, inadequate roads and uncontrolled house-building. Let’s push back more.”