Suffolk County Council pays tribute to Peter Gould who represented the Hoxne and Eye division

Suffolk County Council representatives have paid tribute to Peter Gould who died on Friday.

He was elected as county councillor in May 2021 and represented the division of Hoxne and Eye.

Mr Gould also served as an Eye Town Councillor and Mid Suffolk District Councillor.

Cllr Liz Harsant, chairman of Suffolk County Council, said: “Peter dedicated his life to local politics, including senior positions in local Government across the country and as a committed public servant in Suffolk.

“He was very well-known and respected in his community and achieved a great deal for those living there, including being a staunch advocate for Hartismere Hospital.

“A champion of local people, his loss will be greatly felt and our thoughts and sympathies are with his family and friends at this time.”

Matthew Hicks, leader of Suffolk County Council, said: “Peter was always a great sounding board with his many years of experience in local government and I valued his friendship, support and words of wisdom.

“My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, friends and family at this difficult time.”