Cllr. David Whitehill

02/07/2025

Went to my local surgery today. Arrived just before the opening time of 08:00 and it was already open. Totally empty, no queue. Quick triage at the reception and then off I went to await a call. That came about two hours later and I have an appointment on Friday. Yes, THIS Friday.

Thank you The Labour Party for making this happen. If we're seeing record numbers of people arriving by small boats, then clearly they're not, and never were, the problem Daily Mail

18/12/2024

Hastings Borough Council will receive £4.8 million and Rother District Council will receive £1 million as part of the wider package announced in the Autumn Budget,
the Deputy Prime Minister has confirmed today.
This money will directly fund critical services to prevent homelessness and supportpeople into secure, stable housing - helping those at risk of homelessness to paydeposits and negotiate with landlords, reducing the overall need for temporaryaccommodation.

17/12/2024

15/12/2024

A brilliant, inaugural RNLI December Dip this morning. Over 100 people took to the chilly waters to celebrate 200 years of the RNLI and to raise funds through sponsorship. Huge congratulations and thanks to all those who braved the sea and those who worked so hard putting the event on, keeping everyone safe and supplied with tea and mince pies.

09/12/2024

This column is about too many boys and young men taking their own lives. In Hastings there are some great things happening with Mr. - Men's Room Hastings & St Leonards and ourselves at the Grumpy Cook. We meet every other Wednesday and Mr.Men’s Room Hastings & St Leonard’s meet at The Stade with Talk Club on Thursday.

There is no need for Man-Up just seek us out and talk. There is no stigma or judgement from us.

The Grumpy Cook, 1a Robertson Street, Hastings, TN34 1HL

09/12/2024

The Dragon Bar on George Street looking wonderfully festive 🎅🎄

05/12/2024

E-fit and CCTV appeal for Hastings r**e suspect

14/11/2024

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25/09/2024

Great 'Estates Day' at Alexandra Park Mansions today. A full team of technicians on hand to attend to issues raised by residents as they are reported. A superb initiative that is much appreciated.

Thank you to all at Southern Housing , the estate management team and, of course, the lovely residents.

14/09/2024

Beautiful day for the Church Wood Community Orchard celebration. Green wood carving, nettle weaving, homemade cakes and drinks. An honour and pleasure to attend as Deputy Mayor.

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04/09/2024

HASTINGS LABOUR SHADOW CABINET TO 'HOLD THE GREEN ADMINISTRATION TO ACCOUNT'.

Today, Cllr Margi O'Callaghan has announced a new Shadow Cabinet on Hastings Borough Council. This new Shadow Cabinet, made up of Labour councillors with a wide range and breadth of real-world experience, will hold the Green council leadership to account and fight for a better future for Hastings residents.

And to ensure that the voices of Hastings residents are heard by the council leadership, Cllr Margi O’Callaghan has created a new portfolio within the Shadow Cabinet focussed on poverty.

Cllr O'Callaghan, leader of Hastings Labour Group and Leader of the Opposition on Hastings Borough Council, said: “The Greens have shown an utter lack of commitment to tackling the growing problem of poverty in Hastings, and families in need are overlooked.

"Hastings Labour Group will do better for local residents. I have created a portfolio specifically focussed on tackling poverty to ensure struggling families are not forgotten."

Cllr O'Callaghan added: “With this new shadow cabinet, Hastings Labour Group is back to full strength, ready to fight for the best interests of everyone in Hastings, as we build a brighter future for our town."

The new shadow cabinet is:
Margi O’Callaghan: Leader of the Opposition; Regeneration and Community Wealth
John Rankin: Finance
Helen Kay: Housing and Community Wellbeing
Danuta Kean: Arts, Culture and Equalities
Judy Rogers: Leisure and Tourism
Billie Barnes: Environment and Neighbourhood Wellbeing
James Bacon: Foreshore Trust
Trevor Webb: Community Engagement and Reducing Poverty
David Whitehill: Planning and Infrastructure