Leadership focused on delivering for Essex
The Reform UK administration brings together councillors with experience across business, public services, local government and their communities.
Led by Councillor Peter Harris, the team is focused on delivering practical, common-sense change, improving the services residents rely upon and ensuring Essex County Council provides better value for taxpayers.
Leader of Essex County Council
Councillor Peter Harris
Peter Harris is the Leader of Essex County Council and Leader of the Reform UK Group.
As Leader, Peter sets the overall direction of the administration and works with Cabinet colleagues to deliver its priorities. His early focus includes improving Essex’s roads, supporting local businesses, strengthening essential services and ensuring the county’s voice is heard by national government.
Our Leadership Team
Working alongside the Leader, the Deputy Leader and Cabinet Members oversee the council’s major services and lead the delivery of the administration’s priorities.
Cllr Russell Quirk
Deputy Leader of Essex County Council
Russell Quirk brings experience from business, communications and local government, having previously served as a borough councillor in Brentwood.
As Deputy Leader, Russell supports the Leader in coordinating the administration’s work, driving delivery across the council and ensuring residents receive effective services and value for money.
Meet the Cabinet
The Cabinet Members responsible for leading key services and delivering the administration’s priorities across Essex.
Cllr Bo Davis
Overseeing council finances, managing budgets and ensuring accountable decision-making and better value for taxpayers.
Cllr Paul Godfrey
Supporting vulnerable and older residents while helping people remain healthy, independent and connected to their communities.
Cllr Sue Truman
Protecting children, supporting families and ensuring residents can access effective help when they need it.
Cllr Sam Journet
Improving education and SEND provision while helping residents develop the skills and opportunities they need.
Cllr Mark Webster
Improving Essex’s roads through faster repairs, higher maintenance standards and better long-term infrastructure.
Cllr Christopher Benn
Improving waste and recycling services while developing practical solutions that reduce costs and create greater value.
Cllr Chris Hossack
Supporting accessible local services, strengthening communities and ensuring the council listens and responds to residents.
Cllr Jeff Bray
Supporting appropriate development, encouraging regeneration and protecting the distinctive character and heritage of Essex.
Looking for your local representative?
Our Cabinet leads the work of the administration, but Reform UK councillors represent communities across the whole of Essex. Visit our councillor directory to find your local representative, view their contact details and learn more about the area they serve.