21/05/2026
Home-Start Spelthorne are incredibly proud and honoured to be one of the chosen charities for the mayoral year of Cllr Dunn.
We are truly grateful for this support and recognition of the work we do alongside families across our community. Partnerships like this help us continue providing vital support to parents and children when they need it most.
We look forward to working together throughout the year and would like to thank Cllr Dunn for choosing to support Home-Start Spelthorne.
Cllr Sandra Dunn was elected as the new Mayor of Spelthorne at the Annual Council Meeting on 20 May. Cllr Michele Gibson was elected as Deputy Mayor.
Cllr Dunn was first elected in 2007 to represent Halliford and Sunbury West and, over the years, has served on a wide range of Council committees. She has previously chaired both the Community, Wellbeing & Housing Committee and the Licensing Committee, and most recently served as Deputy Mayor alongside Cllr John Doran.
With a professional background in Human Resources, Cllr Dunn has brought a strong people-focused approach to public service throughout her time on the Council. Having lived in the Sunbury area for more than 50 years, she has a deep connection to the local community and a long-standing commitment to supporting residents.
Family and community remain central to her life. Sandra is the proud mother of two children, grandmother to six grandchildren and a great-grandmother. Her children attended local schools, further strengthening her passion for supporting young people and families across the Borough.
During her mayoral year, Cllr Dunn will support four charities that reflect causes close to her heart:
🙂 The Patient Cancer Support Group – a Shepperton-based charity providing a safe and supportive space for cancer patients, carers and bereaved families
🙂 Holly’s Heroes – a Staines charity bringing happiness and support to children affected by cancer
🙂 East to West – helping young people facing mental health challenges and difficult circumstances
🙂 Home-Start Spelthorne – offering practical and emotional support to local families with young children who are experiencing difficulties
Speaking after her election, Cllr Dunn said: “It is a great honour to be elected as Mayor of Spelthorne. Having lived in the Borough for many years, I care deeply about our communities and the people who make Spelthorne such a unique place to live. I am looking forward to meeting residents across the Borough, supporting local organisations and working with the Deputy Mayor and fellow councillors during what promises to be an important year for local government.”
