Wiltshire Council leader is stepping down

Baroness Scott of Bybrook OBE has confirmed that she will step down as Wiltshire Council leader following 16 years in the role.

Baroness Scott has said that she will step down from her role on 9th July.

 She was appointed the leader of the then Wiltshire County Council in 2003 and when the authority moved to unitary status in 2009, she was voted to lead the new organisation.

 Baroness Scott was appointed an OBE in the 2010 New Year’s Honours for services to local government.

 Baroness Scott of Bybrook OBE said, “It has been my true privilege to serve as council leader for 16 years but the time now feels right to pass the mantle, and special responsibility, onto someone else.

 “As you would expect in local government it’s been challenging at times but what has got me up early every morning, and the reason I got into politics in the first place, is the drive and determination to try my absolute best on behalf of the people and communities of Wiltshire.

 “I feel I am leaving the council in a good position and I’d like to thank all the staff and all members and partners. It has been an enormous pleasure and privilege to work with you all.”

 The new leader will be elected at full council on 9th July.

 Baroness Scott will continue in her role as councillor for By Brook.