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Re-elect your DMBC Team

Cllr Mark Houlbrook

Mark lives in Thorne and has a long history of work within the local community; from being an active union member, to sitting as School Governor. Mark has been a Town Councillor since 2011 and a DMBC Councillor since 2014.

Cllr Susan Durant

Susan has lived and worked in Thorne and Moorends all her life. She is the Centre Manager at the Moorends Miners Welfare and Community Development Centre and is perfectly placed to reach out to all sectors of the community. Susan has been a Town Councillor since 2011 and a DMBC Councillor since 2015.

Cllr Joe Blackham

Joe is our most experienced Councillor, having represented our community for over a decade. Joe sits in the Mayors cabinet as a portfolio holder for Regeneration and transportation. He is a trustee at the Moorends Miners Welfare and Community Development Centre and has strong relationships with other local groups.

Ros Jones, Elected Mayor of Doncaster

Ros is the daughter of a miner and was a public sector accountant for 30 years before entering into politics. She knows well the concerns felt by people in our community and has been working closely with local Councillors to deliver development and economic growth in Thorne and Moorends. 

WHY VOTE LABOUR?

1. We will listen to you 

As councillors, we will be proactive; we will hold regular surgeries, listen to your concerns and take action when required in a timely manner. From dog fouling to fly tipping, anti-social behaviour, littering and dereliction, we will strive to achieve cleaner and safer streets. 

2. We will work with you 

To strengthen relationships with local businesses, charities, community groups and organisations and to promote investment in run-down areas like the Bull Ring and the Market Place. 

3. We will endeavour to protect what's important to you 

By safeguarding the assets that we know are important to local people such as community sports facilities, public open space and core services. We will protect the Moorends Allotments, which is one of the biggest in the country. 

4. We will fight for change 

Thorne and Moorends will be promoted as a place for investment, growth and prosperity. We will work with the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group to promote and plan appropriate development in the Town. 

5. We will seek opportunities

To promote Thorne and Moorends as a place for investment, growth and prosperity. To include; new jobs, apprenticeships and training schemes. New opportunities for our school children, school leavers and returning graduates. New opportunities for working families and our vulnerable.
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We will always fight for a fair deal for the whole community.