The Team

John Ellerby
Waveney Local Strategic Partnership Nominee

John was born in Suffolk and went to school in Woodbridge before attending Bulmershe College in Berkshire. He moved to Lowestoft in 1978 and taught at Lowestoft College and a number of schools including Benjamin Britten High School and Roman Hill Middle School.

John served as a Waveney District Councillor from 1987 - 91 and has worked for a computer games company and as a director of a local training company. He was the editor of the local environment monthly magazine - Waveney Clarion and is a veteran of innumerable local and national campaigns, organising exhibitions, gigs and other activities.

John is currently Research and Publicity Officer for Lowestoft Together, a community action group. He has two sons who both attend Denes High School in Lowestoft.

Personal Statement
"I love Lowestoft - came for a few days and never left!. It's got a strong sense of community, great beaches, and a wonderful hinterland. The town suffered hugely in the recession of the 1980's but things have improved since then. It's going to take a long-term vision to make sure that our recovery continues until we have a vibrant, successful, and sustainable community. 1st East's aims are in line with that vision, and I'm pleased to be on the Board as a Community Representative because I have no doubt that if the community is engaged; and 1st East listens to what people say; in 20 years time both Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth will be flourishing sea-towns brimful of self-confidence and success".