New Chair of the Council elected for 2025-2026
New Chair of the Council elected for 2025-2026
Tandridge District Council’s Chair of the Council for 2025-2026 is Councillor Mike Crane. The previous Chair, Sue Farr, presented Mike with the ceremonial chain of office when he was elected at last night’s Annual Council meeting.
The Vice-Chair of the Council, also elected at last night’s meeting, is Councillor Deb Shiner who represents the Oxted South Ward.
Since 2014, Mike has lived in South Godstone with his partner, Nina who will be his Consort. He has represented the Godstone Ward since 2021. He has been a member of the Strategy & Resources, Audit & Scrutiny and Licensing Committees. He is also Chairman of the South Godstone Residents Association.
Born in 1950 in Farnborough, Mike moved to Sandhurst, Berkshire after getting married where he and his wife had two daughters. Mike’s wife died of breast cancer in 2006.
Mike started work in the timber trade. In the 1980s he obtained a degree in computer science and wrote computer programmes and developed systems for the timber industry. In the 1990’s Mike joined the privatised rail industry and held senior roles at a range of train operators until he retired in 2016.
Mike is looking forward to supporting the wide variety of events and engagements he will attend as Chair of the Council.
The Chair’s chosen charities for the year are:
Olive Tree Cancer Support Group: Provides support to cancer patients, their carers and families including information, emotional support and complementary therapies.
Warren Clark Golfing Dreams: Provides golf related activities to disabled and disadvantaged individuals and groups.