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rich heritage, an important history and a thriving tourist trade but we also have to look to the future and take care of future generations.” He is pushing the council’s social media presence as he believes if the council wants young people to get involved information needs to go onto Facebook and Twitter, as few will read minutes, agendas or even the Chronicle. “We are a public body, let’s make it all public. Councils should never be secretive, we are the servants of the public, and the public needs to know!” When the time came to choose the new mayoral party for 2018 Fred put his name down for the Deputy Mayor position. ‘I didn’t think I stood a chance but I don’t step away from a challenge. I was delighted and quite touched when I was voted in. After a shaky start (trying three times to get onto the council) I was thrilled I had made such an impact on my fellow councillors in such a short space of time!’ It’s my job to support Mayor Rob Lyon, and attend events when he can’t be present such as regatta
presentations, civic dinners and the Sea Cadets Awards. I usually take Daniel along as my consort. The best part so far has been visiting cruise ships to present the town plaque and having tea with the captain! Although I didn’t get to board the biggest one that arrived this summer – the Saga Pearl – Rob nabbed that job!”
“ I was thrilled I had made such an impact on my fellow councillors in such a short space of time!”
Fred says if he had to describe himself he would say ‘determined, approachable and honest’. He certainly has the aura of a man who stands by his convictions: “Once I get my teeth into something I won’t let go! I’m happy to say what I think as long as I have a solution or suggestions to make it better. But I’m also happy to take criticism myself. Politics is a two way street,
you need to listen to the people as well as be full of your own opinions.” Fred and Daniel enjoy travelling.
They have recently been to Thailand and have also visited Vegas and Grand Canaria. When he isn’t jet setting, absorbed in the world of politics or busy behind the tills, Fred takes children around Sainsbury’s so they can learn more about where food comes from. They get to explore the store behind the scenes, go in the freezer and try foods they may not have had before such as coconut and mango. “They seem to be very interested in the way the store works and like seeing our staff room upstairs! I hope they go home with a few new facts about the way food is processed.” Sadly we will only see Fred
around town for another few months as he and Daniel are moving to Exeter in May. He says he will miss his work and the people he has met. He’s sorry his time on the council will be so short lived, but hopes to leave it a more open, accessible and welcoming authority ready for 2019 and beyond.•
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