Anna Presswell

South Hams District Councillor for Totnes

Having been a member of the Green Party for about 20 years – 10 of those holding various roles in the local party executive – Anna is now keen to be involved on the ‘frontline’ of local politics and serve the community.

Anna worked as an Osteopath for 16 years and served as a member of the Territorial Army. She went on deployment serving in several post-conflict zones within the Civil Affairs unit where she acted as the interface between community leaders and aid agencies on the ground.

She continued to work in a civilian capacity within International Development and went on to manage a refugee camp, plus other roles in different countries post-conflict and post-natural disaster.

“I appreciate so much more how local support can considerably influence the bigger picture within a country. To work from the ground up is the most important foundation to a true democracy creating longevity of a community in all aspects.

I’m honoured to be elected to represent our district – I will endeavour to support the local voice of South Hams. A place where people feel heard, and their concerns matter – a wonderful area where people want to be, to study and live with their families, encouraging our youth to remain, knowing they will have the best opportunities.”

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