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BCA Councillor - Livesey with Pleasington Ward
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Conservative Councillor – Livesey with Pleasington

Serving the community since May 2021

Councillor Mark Russell has proudly represented the residents of Livesey with Pleasington on Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council since May 2021, bringing his professional experience, business background and commitment to public service to his role as a local councillor.

As a local business professional, Mark understands the importance of responsible financial management, supporting local enterprise and ensuring that public services deliver value for money for residents.

Since his election, Mark has worked alongside fellow Conservative Councillor Paul Marrow to represent the interests of Livesey with Pleasington, championing the concerns of local residents and supporting initiatives that help maintain the character and quality of life within the ward.

Mark's council responsibilities include serving on committees covering children's services, young people and licensing. Through these roles, he contributes to council oversight and decisions affecting families, businesses and communities across Blackburn with Darwen.

A believer in local accountability and practical solutions, Mark recognises the importance of listening to residents, challenging decisions where necessary and ensuring that local voices are heard at borough level.

He is committed to protecting the distinctive character of Livesey with Pleasington, supporting responsible development and working towards a borough where communities, businesses and families can thrive.

As Livesey with Pleasington approaches the 30th anniversary of its first election under the current ward name in May 2027, Mark remains focused on working with residents, fellow councillors and community organisations to help secure a positive future for the area.

Contact Mark

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 07890 031354

See also

Livesey with Pleasington

   Your Conservative team in Livesey with Pleasington is headed up by our 2 sitting Councillors:


Cllr Paul Marrow

News

Blackburn Conservative Councillor 'calls in' BwD burial fee rise proposals.

Tuesday, 12 December, 2023
  Blackburn with Darwen Council's Conservative group has forced a review of the authority's proposed increases in charges for burials and cremations.   The Conservative group is accusing the council's Labour bosses of seeking to 'profiteer from death'.
Andrew Snowden

Representatives from the Executive team @ Blackburn Conservatives Association attend a meeting along with the Conservative Lancashire Constabulary and Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden.

Thursday, 19 October, 2023
Representatives from the Executive team @ Blackburn Conservatives Association attended a meeting this Thursday along with the Conservative Lancashire Constabulary and Police and Crime Commissioner Andrew Snowden. Recently Commissioner Snowden announced the next phase of £2m ASB hotspot patrols acro
Mark Russell

Mark Russell Selected for Livesey with Pleasington

Tuesday, 1 December, 2020
Mark Russell has been selected as the Conservative candidate for Livesey with Pleasington 7 candidates threw their hat into the ring for the vacant seat and Mark was selected by a vote of the Party membership in the ward. Mark said "Any of the candidates would have made a superb councillor for the
School Children

Govt Help For Vulnerable Children in BwD Revealed

Thursday, 27 August, 2020
Figures reveal that the government provided 200,000 laptops to vulnerable children to help them access remote learning during the coronavirus lockdown. Another 20,000 were provided to disadvantaged Year 10 pupils to help stop them falling behind with their GCSEs. The laptops were provided to c

Phil Riley Misled Council Forum Over Blackburn Bus Station

Wednesday, 5 August, 2020
Labour’s Exec Member for Regeneration Cllr Phil Riley misled July’s Council Forum over Blackburn Bus Station. Cllr Riley said at Council Forum of the £3.6m overspend on Blackburn Bus Station: “We were presented with a sizeable difficulty when the contractor who was delivering Blackburn Bus Station

Labour Hit Businesses With £100 Fee

Monday, 27 July, 2020
The Council have chosen to charge businesses the maximum possible amount to set up tables and chairs on the pavement. Businesses such as pubs and restaurants wanting to help the fight against Covid-19 and encourage social distancing by introducing outdoor seating will have to pay a £100 fee to

Unnecessary Rule Hinders Residents Complaining About Councillors

Thursday, 23 July, 2020
By Mark Russell The Standards Committee should play a key role in ensuring that Councillors are held to the high standards expected of those in elected office.

Blackburn's New £5m Bus Station Could Be Subsiding

Thursday, 21 May, 2020
There are fears that Blackburn's new £5m bus station could be subsiding after a large crack appeared in its floor. The appearance of the large crack, along with damage to a glass door, has raised fears that the structure may be subsiding and could become unsafe.
Rizwan Ali Shah Delivering a Speech

Rizwan Ali Shah Joins the Conservatives

Monday, 13 January, 2020
Rizwan Ali Shah has joined the Conservative Party. Rizwan, who stood as an independent candidate for Blackburn at the last General Election, announced he was joining the Party at a gathering of supporters and friends at Shahi Qila restaurant on Shear Bank Road. A1TV cameras were pre
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