Welcome to my web page
My name is Nigel Barker and I am a North East Derbyshire District Councillor representing North Wingfield Central Ward.
I was an elected member between 1987 and 1991 and was elected again in 2003 and represent the Labour Party. I am also a member of North Wingfield Parish Council.
I hope you find the information you need on my web page, but if not please contact me - my details are at the bottom of the page.
A bit about me...
I was born in 1957 and have lived in North Wingfield for most of my life. Attending the Infant and Junior Schools, passing the 11+ and going to Tupton Hall where I gained 6 ‘O’ Levels.
I left at 15 to work at the Glass Works in the Physics Laboratory, I did this for 3 years leaving to go down the pit which I did for 12 years, working at Shirebrook and Pleasley and finally on the Area Salvage, before taking Redundancy in 1989.
I went on to do a Degree in Social Studies between 1989 and 1992 which I passed with a 2(1).
I now work for Derbyshire County Council as a Day Service worker working with people with learning difficulties.
I became involved in politics during the miners strike in 1984/1985 joining the Labour Party. I have been a Parish Councillor since 1987. I am also a school Governor at the Primary School.
My hobbies include walking and football, I have played local football both Saturdays and Sundays, I now spend my free time walking (I have recently completed the Pennine Way) and watching football.
I enjoy being a Councillor and try to ensure that the community I represent receives the resources and services that it entitled to. I have played a leading role in getting resources for a new Community Centre, Skate Park and Multi Use Games Area.
I’m now on the Cabinet at the District Council with responsibility for Environment and Waste Management which is a massive issue for everyone and crucial with the threat of Global Warming.
Council Groups and Committees
I am a member of the following:
Health & Safety Group
I am the Cabinet member with portfolio for Environment (including sustainable waste management).
How Can I Help?
My aim as a local councillor is to serve the residents of North Wingfield Central and North East Derbyshire as a whole, but I can only do that if you let me know how I can help you.
You can contact me at home using the details below or complete the enquiry form to get in touch online.
Alternatively, if you want to speak to me in person, I shall be holding the following surgeries:
First Saturday of each month at the Community Resource Centre North Wingfield. Between 11.00am and 12.00pm
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