Cllr Robert Charles
Deputy Leader of the Council
Biography
Charles Roberts represents Bridge Farm as a Green councilor (2026–2031). As an active volunteer in the arts and heritage sector, Charles is passionate about preserving the rural character of his ward. His political focus is the Environment, and he is a leading voice against the expansion of industrial farming in the area. He believes in promoting sustainable, small-scale agriculture that supports local biodiversity.
Charles is a gentle but firm advocate for his principles. He believes that the council has a duty to protect the natural beauty of Borsetshire for future generations. Charles is an amateur historian and has written several articles on the history of Bridge Farm.
Councillor Surgery
Location
Community Hall
Surgery Times
3rd Thursday of the month, 17:00–18:30
Book an Appointment
No appointment necessary
Committee Memberships
Representation on Outside Bodies
Party History
| Party Name | Period | Municipal Year | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Party | Current |
Ward History
| Ward Name | Period | Municipal Year | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Farm | Current |
Committee History
| Committee Name | Period | Municipal Year | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee (Chair) | From: 2026-05-12 | 2026 | Current | |
| Environmental Scrutiny (Chair) | 2026-02-12 - 2028-01-01 | 2025 | - |
Gifts & Hospitality Register
Gifts and hospitality with an estimated value of £50 or more must be registered within 28 days of receipt in accordance with the Localism Act 2011.
| Date Received | Donor Name | Description | Estimated Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2026 | Oliver Brown | Train ticket reimbursement | £85.00 |
Attendance Record
Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months
All Time
| Date | Committee | Meeting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2027 | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee - Tuesday, 06 April 2027 | Apologies |
| July 21, 2026 | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee - Tuesday, 21 July 2026 | Absent |
| June 30, 2026 | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee - Tuesday, 30 June 2026 | Present |
| June 2, 2026 | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee - Tuesday, 02 June 2026 | Present |
| May 12, 2026 | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee | The 2026 Jubilee and Parish Legacy Select Committee - Tuesday, 12 May 2026 | Present |
| November 17, 2025 | Environmental Scrutiny | Environmental Scrutiny - Monday, 17 November 2025 | Apologies |
| June 30, 2025 | Environmental Scrutiny | Environmental Scrutiny - Monday, 30 June 2025 | Apologies |