Councillor John Wilson
John was born in Sprotborough, Yorkshire . He was educated at The Grammar School, Beverley and at Kingston -upon- Hull College of Technology where he gained a Higher National Certificate in Electrical Engineering. He also completed a 5 year indentured apprenticeship with Yorkshire Electricity as a student electrical engineer.
John worked for the Electricity Supply Industry at various levels for 42 years before taking early retirement. For over 10 years he represented the UK interests on a number of International Standards Committees.
John has been married to Jo for 38 years and they have 3 children and 3 grandchildren.
John was elected to the County Council in May 2005 representing the Hastings Ashdown and Conquest Division.
As a member of Hastings Borough Council, John has represented the Ashdown Ward since 1998 and was leader of the Conservative Group from 1999 to 2005.
John was appointed to HOSC in May 2005
Address: 2 Beauport Home Farm Close, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex TN37 7BW
Tel: 01424 850076
Mobile: 07919 227637
E-Mail: cllr.john.wilson@eastsussex.gov.uk