Great Yarmouth Labour councillor Trevor Wainwright dies aged 76

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 13:32 · Archive

Trevor Wainwright, leader of Great Yarmouth Borough Council's Labour group, has died aged 76 after a recent hospital stay. He was first elected to the council in 2002, representing Bradwell North, and served as council leader from 2012 to 2015. He had lived locally for more than 30 years and represented Magdalen ward from 2010 until his death. He also served as a Norfolk County Councillor from 2001 to 2009.

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has flown its flag at half mast as a mark of respect. Colleagues across party lines praised his commitment to the community. Carl Smith, the Conservative leader of the council, said Wainwright had 'played a key role in everything we have tried to achieve for people in Great Yarmouth' and that 'despite representing different political parties, we always enjoyed an excellent working relationship'. Labour councillor Paula Waters-Bunn described him as 'a dearest friend, colleague and leader' and 'a true gentleman', adding that 'Trevor was an invaluable part of the Labour family here in Great Yarmouth'.

Council chief executive Sheila Oxtoby praised his 'long and distinguished service' and said he left 'a lasting legacy'. Wainwright is survived by his wife and three children.

How it is being reported

• Tributes paid after death of Labour group leader76-year-old Trevor Wainwright had been involved in local politics for more than 25 yearsBBC Norfolk · 15 Oct, 13:17
• Tributes to 'community champion' councillor who served Great Yarmouth for decadesTributes have been paid after the death of Trevor Wainwright, a Great Yarmouth councillor, who was a community champion for more than two decades.Eastern Daily Press · 15 Oct, 11:20

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