Councillor Neil Benny, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Ward 5 Stirling West

Councillor

Neil Benny

Conservative, Stirling West

Introduction

Cllr Benny can be contacted on 01786 233124 and can arrange to meet you in your home or hold a virtual meeting to discuss any issues you want to raise with him.  He can also be emailed at: bennyn@stirling.gov.uk

Originally from the St Ninians area of Stirling, Neil attended Stirling High School and Edinburgh University, graduating with an MA in politics and economic history. He also completed an MSC in geographical information services (GIS). Before being elected as a Councillor in 2007, he worked in retail management for a major national supermarket chain, and as a GIS consultant for a local company.

He served as Vice-President of Edinburgh University Union in 2003. Neil is currently the leader of the Conservative Group at Stirling Council.

He’s a keen motorcyclist and enthusiastic musician, with a love of craft beer and whisky.

Registered interests

Remuneration

Employment with Stephen Kerr MSP in Parliamentary Office.

Small income from trading at Doune Antique Centre.

Related Undertakings

Vice Convener of the Audit Committee

Contracts

None.

Election Expenses

Donations up to £1,135.54 from the Stirling Conservative and Unionist Association.

Houses, Land and Buildings

Joint owner of residential property in the Stirling Council area.

Part ownership of flat in Spain.

Shares and Securities

Small number of shares in Brewdog.

Non Financial Interests

Member of Stirling and Clackmannanshire Conservative Association.

Member of The Guildry Stirling

Membership of the Free Speech Union

Gifts and Hospitality

None.

External Organisations

Location

Stirling Council
Old Viewforth
Stirling
FK8 2ET

Contact

Phone: 01786 233124

Email: bennyn@stirling.gov.uk