Christopher Norman
Ward: Roundswell
Address:
45 Shorelands Road
Barnstaple
EX31 3AA
Phone: 07578 494 977
Email: christopher.norman@northdevon.gov.uk (Preferred method of contact)
Responsibilities:
- Chair of the North Devon Council Governance Committee
Committees:
Outside bodies:
- Devon Audit Partnership Committee
Terms of Office:
- 09/05/2023 -
About Christopher:
Christopher, born in Barnstaple, is a highly experienced management director and procurement leader with a track record of delivering business and people focused management strategies within the public sector. In a previous role as Head of Department for a City Council, a substantial element of his work involved delivering effective, sustainable and economical services to enhance the experience of the services users.
He is a Trustee / Board Director of an established and progressive education trust in Devon of just under 20 schools and a councillor on Tawstock parish council.
Why Christopher became a Councillor:
- to aid residents to access council services.
- to be a voice for residents of North Devon in the council.
- to influence policies and decisions to support sustainable enhancements and deliver more affordable homes across North Devon.
- bringing people and groups together to enhance our neighbourhood.
What people appreciate about Christopher:
- he will do the things he says he will.
- he is persistent in following up on issues.
- he always tries and see the other point of view.
- he is not always too serious.
- he is a good listener and makes time for people.
To support Christopher with his councillor work:
- let him know what’s happening even if it’s bad news.
- please be patient if he doesn’t respond immediately to questions.
- he is happy to meet face to face or to work via email.
