Bren Twomey

My parents came from Ireland in the 50s to work as nurses in the newly created NHS. I also worked for the NHS, as a hospital porter, support worker and then a nurse. Later, I came to study at Sheffield University before working as a CAB debt advisor, and then a Council solicitor, where I worked for 25 years. My wife and I love Hillsborough, having lived locally for 30 years, our children live close by and my grandson attends a local school. I am very involved in the community, including volunteering with the Hillsborough Foodbank, the junior Parkrun and the Friends of Wardsend Cemetery.

Passionate about their community, visiting and engaging with local events and organisations like the Riva Project and RivlinCo. Committed to listening, engaging with and representing the community, ensuring Hillsborough’s voice is heard, by being active in the community, meeting people and attending local forums like the Hillsborough Forum. Dedicated, with the necessary skills and experience, to helping resolve problems and improve local people’s lives. Enthusiastic and supportive to local business, including engaging with key organisations such as Hillsborough Together.

1 Local people tell me that public transport, is an issue, particularly the limited 52a bus service. I use public transport and understand the frustration of unreliable bus services. While the recent changes to the 52a daytime service and the tram coming into public ownership are welcome, I will work with the South Yorkshire Mayor to further improve public transport.

We’ll help families to give their children have a good start in life through our cost of living support, family hubs and by lobbying for more government support for the most vulnerable. We’ll invest in youth and play services and deliver skills and job fairs to connect young residents to new opportunities.