Worcestershire County Council has elected its youngest-ever chairman.
Councillor Kyle Daisley, aged 25, has been elected as chairman for the 2023-24 civic year.
He has represented the Bromsgrove South Division since 2019 and will take over the role from councillor Chris Rogers.
“I am honoured to have been elected the Chairman of Worcestershire County Council,” said councllor Daisley.
“It is a great privilege to be the youngest Chairman the County Council has ever had.
“I will be focusing on bringing communities together, support for improving mental health and ensuring that young people have a voice in shaping Worcestershire’s future.”
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In his time with the county council, councillor Daisley has been chairman of the Children and Families Panel, and also began leading the scrutiny task group looking into Children’s Adolescent Mental Health Service.
He added: “During my year I will be visiting all areas of the County and wish to support community initiatives, events and projects.
“I believe that Worcestershire has a bright future and by working together we can make Worcestershire an even better place to live, work and visit.”
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Councillor Alan Amos has been appointed vice chairman for the upcoming civic year.
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