Honorary Aldermen
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Alderman Sandra Barnes MBE
Sandra Barnes MBE, with a career in public service spanning nearly three decades, is characterised by exemplary leadership and tireless dedication to her community.
Sandra was a council member in South Northamptonshire for twenty-six years and served in various leadership roles, including Leader for eleven years.
Sandra was appointed to various committees, including the UK delegation to the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities to the Council of Europe, where she was elected Leader and President of the Social Cohesion Committee.
She was also involved in work with the Committee of the Regions at the EU Parliament and was a Director of the LGIB.
In addition to her impressive portfolio of national and international engagements, Sandra remained actively involved in various local and regional bodies, including the East Midlands Cultural Consortium and the East Midlands Regional Assembly.
Her contributions to the community also extended to health bodies, where she served as a board member for over 20 years and chaired the Family Health Services Authority.
In recognition of her outstanding contributions to Northamptonshire, Sandra was awarded a Member of the British Empire (MBE) in 2010 for services to Local Government.
Last updated 27 January 2025