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Tributes paid following the death of Great Yarmouth Labour leader Trevor Wainwright
Overview
Tributes have been paid following the death of Trevor Wainwright, the leader of Great Yarmouth Borough Council's Labour group, at the age of 76. Wainwright served as a borough councillor for many years, led the council from 2012 to 2015, and was remembered by colleagues as a true gentleman and dedicated campaigner.
Key points
- Trevor Wainwright, leader of Great Yarmouth's Labour group, has died at the age of 76.
- He first became a borough councillor in 2002, representing Bradwell North and later the Magdalen ward.
- He served as council leader from 2012 to 2015 and was also a Norfolk County Councillor from 2001 to 2009.
- Great Yarmouth Borough Council flew its flag at half mast in his honour.
- Political colleagues from across parties praised his dedication, working relationship, and service to constituents.