Meet the team: Richard Udall

Richard Udall has spent decades serving the people of St John’s and Worcester, building a reputation as a dedicated and experienced local councillor who puts his community first.

First elected over 35 years ago, Richard has represented St John’s in 18 elections, reflecting deep roots in the area and long-standing trust from residents. He has lived locally all his life and is committed to protecting and improving the community he calls home.

Richard plays a key role in holding decision-makers to account and ensuring local voices are heard across Worcestershire.

What Richard works on

Richard focuses on the issues that matter most to residents day-to-day:

• Community safety and visibility
  Delivered improved lighting in residential areas to make neighbourhoods safer.
• Local infrastructure and roads
  Keeps residents informed on roadworks and pushes for repairs and resurfacing.
• Protecting community assets
  Campaigning to preserve local landmarks like St John’s iconic red phone box for community use.
• Supporting local events and organisations
  Funds and promotes initiatives like Bands in the Park at Cripplegate Park.
• Public spending accountability
  Challenges excessive costs (e.g. auditor fees) to ensure money is spent on frontline services.

Achievements

• Secured new solar lighting for Beauchamp Close

• Sponsored community park events

• Challenging rising public sector audit costs

• Keeping residents updated on major roadworks.

A message from Richard

“I have spent my entire adult life representing St John’s. At times it has been difficult, but it has always been a privilege and an honour.

St John’s comes first — it’s my home, where I was brought up, and where my family has always lived.”

Why he stands out

• Over three decades of continuous service
• Deep local knowledge and history
• Strong focus on practical, visible resHonest and open about decisions and challenges.

Get in Touch

If you have a local issue, need advice, or want to raise a concern, Richard wants to help.

📍 Address:
Worcester City Council
The Guildhall
High Street
Worcester
WR1 2EY

📞Telephone:  01905 428191

📠Fax:  01905 428191

📱Mobile:  07710 780845