Parish Council Members
Here are the members of the Parish Council
Mr Virgil Philpott (Parish Clerk)
Virgil joined as Parish Clerk in March 2023.
07421 829856
clerk @ chillertonandgatcombe.org
Nigel Phillips (Chairman)
I came to live in Chillerton in 2014 with my wife Gill when she took up employment on the Island where she had spent most of her life before meeting me on the mainland. Once here I became involved in village life and serve as the Treasurer of the Community Association.
I used to work as a supply teacher to schools on the Island but have now retired.
Before coming here, I have in more places than I care to remember. I was born in Cornwall and have lived in Scotland, Singapore, Worcestershire, Peterborough, Nottingham and Derbyshire. I spent many years in the IT industry and followed that with a career as a Science Teacher. I also spent some years working for the Citizens Advice Bureau in Derbyshire. I served for some time as a Councillor for the City of Peterborough while living there.
Gill and I have two daughters, a son and a grandson, all living in the Midlands. A granddaughter is expected soon. We live here with two little Jack Russell terriers who have us wrapped round their paws.
My hobby is to play wargames with miniature figures, most of which I have painted. Ask me if you want to know more – it’s great fun!
I have recently completed the training to be a Citizens Advice Bureau Advice First Aider. Contact me if you need help in getting advice.
Area of Special Responsibility – Chairman
01983 721382
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John Hobart
Johnhobart.iow@gmail.comArea of Special Responsibility – Island Roads Liaison, Newport Rivers, World Wars Memorial Project, IWC Environment and Sustainability Forum
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Elizabeth Smith
Area of Special Responsibility – South Wight Health and Well Being Forum
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County Councillor for the Central Rural Ward
Suzie Ellis
Email: suzie.ellis@iow.gov.uk
Tel: 07943 963175
All of the councillors would be happy to meet and listen to any Parishioners who have comments, questions and thoughts on how the Parish can be improved.
Please contact them directly or email clerk @ chillertonandgatcombe.org
