Long-standing Labour councillor appointed Deputy Mayor of Milton Keynes

Councillor Legg has served on Milton Keynes Council since 1996, having first been elected to represent the residents of Denbigh Ward. Since then, Councillor Legg has also served the residents of Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Ward and now represents Bletchley West.

He took a four-year break from the council in 2008-2012 but still remains one of the longest serving councillors, serving as Cabinet member twice, first in the early 2000s and then in 2014.

His commitment also extends to the council’s committees, having served as chair of the Licensing & Regulatory Committee (2020/21) and Development Control & Planning Committee (since May 2021).

During June’s meeting of Full Council, Councillor Legg was presented with the Deputy Mayor’s civic regalia with his wife, Mandy Legg, appointed as Deputy Mayoress.

Councillor Legg said he was “filled with pride” after the appointment: “Milton Keynes is my home and I’m proud of how unique and forward thinking this city truly is.

He added: "Throughout the years I’ve been heavily involved with projects such as Plan:MK, and I’m now looking forward to meeting more of the city’s residents and attending events with the Mayor of Milton Keynes Councillor Marlow.”

Councillor Pete Marland, Leader of the MK Labour Group, said: “Councillor Legg is Bletchley through and through. He has worked incredibly hard for Milton Keynes and its residents over the years, and has thoroughly enjoyed doing so. Councillor Legg will serve this city with honour, distinction and will be a brilliant Deputy Mayor.”

Mr Legg will serve as Mayor or 2023-2024.