New Trafford Council leader announced following Western’s election to Parliament

Cllr Tom Ross is the new leader of Trafford Council following Andrew Western’s election to Parliament.

Tom Ross celebrates election as the new leader of Trafford Council

Cllr Western, who has been leader since 2018, was elected MP for Stretford and Urmston at last Thursday’s by-election. He will continue to be a ward councillor for Priory but has decided to hand over the Council reins.

Cllr Ross, who is currently Executive Member for Finance and Governance, has been elected as the new leader of the ruling Labour Group.

Upon his election, Cllr Tom Ross Tweeted:

“It’s the privilege of my life to take on the leadership of @Trafford_Labour & then @TraffordCouncil in the New Year. Thank you to my colleagues for your support- I will not let you down”

A special full meeting of Trafford Council will be held on Wednesday 4th January, when the new Council leader will be confirmed.

Cllr Western said: “It’s been an absolute joy and a privilege to lead Trafford Council. In my time as leader, we have gone through so much as a borough and I am overwhelmed by how we have worked together to help support people.

“In particular, our work to support people during Covid has been an amazing achievement. From scratch, we worked with partners to create hubs across our communities. These were where people having to isolate could get food, emergency assistance, help – or just have a chat with our team.

“It showed Trafford at its best.”