Motion text
That this House celebrates the life and achievements of Bob Williams, former Dorset County Councillor, Deputy Leader of Borough of Poole and President of Mid Dorset & North Poole Lib Dems, who has sadly passed away; acknowledges Bob’s dedication and commitment to Broadstone and Poole, firstly through 28 years as an elected member and latterly as a much valued community volunteer; recognises his commitment to local authority service in particular supporting youth services, planning and setting up Pride in Poole; notes the key role that he played, alongside fellow Liberal Democrat Brian Clements, in securing and building the Twin Sails Bridge; commends his support for Broadstone after his political career ended being the voice of the Broadstone Christmas Parade and serving as secretary for the Broadstone Chamber of Trade and Commerce for many years; pays tribute to his dedication to his wife Shelagh, children Christian and Kerry and his wider family, and to the Liberal Democrats where he served first as Chair of the local party and then as President, and notes his qualities as a kind and gentle man who had a talent for singing and always offered his practical help putting up Christmas lights, fixing the community hall and setting out the fun day; and thanks him for the role he played in securing the election of many councillors in Dorset and to Parliament of Dame Annette Brooke MP and Vikki Slade MP both of whom consider him a cherished friend.
Signatures (12)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Slade, Vikki
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
13 January 2025
Sabine, Anna
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
13 January 2025
Mathew, Brian
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
13 January 2025
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
14 January 2025
Dyke, Sarah
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 January 2025
Maguire, Helen
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 January 2025
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Perteghella, Manuela
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
14 January 2025
Glover, Olly
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
16 January 2025
Hobhouse, Wera
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 January 2025
Farron, Tim
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 January 2025
Savage, Dr Roz
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
21 January 2025
Bennett, Alison
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
23 January 2025
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.