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Maureen Webber to step down as Rhondda Cynon Taf deputy leader

The councillor has sat on the council's Cabinet since 2010 and does not intend to seek re-election.

Christine Jones ·

Councillor Maureen Webber BEM will step down as Deputy Leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council at the meeting of Full Council later this month, the council announced on Wednesday 4 November. She does not intend to seek re-election.

Nearly three decades on the council

Cllr Webber has been an elected member since 1996, representing Rhydfelen and Treforest, and has sat in the Cabinet since 2010. She has also served as the council's Armed Forces Champion.

What they said

Cllr Webber said she has served as Deputy Leader since 2016 and as a Cabinet Member under four Council Leaders. Council Leader Councillor Ann Crimmings called her a trusted and valued colleague and friend who has made an enormous contribution over many years.

What is not yet known

The council's announcement does not say who will take over as Deputy Leader.

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