Buckinghamshire Council pay tribute to Bill Bendyshe-Brown

Buckinghamshire Council have paid tribute to Bill after his death over the weekend.

Bill Bendyshe-Brown, known to many as B3, was a former Wycombe District Councillor for 16 years from 1999 to 2015 and more recently a Buckinghamshire County Councillor for seven years from 2013-2020.

He also represented the Risborough area for both former councils.

His roles within the council and local area over the years were varied for 2010-11 he served as Chairman of Wycombe District Council and for many years also the Armed Forces champion at Buckinghamshire County Council.

He also served on a number of committees including various select committees, the Regulatory & Audit Committee, Bucks and Milton Keynes Fire Authority, the Chilterns Conservation Board and the Thames Valley Police and Crime Panel.

Buckinghamshire Council Chairman Richard Scott said he was devastated by the sad news:

"As well as being a fellow councillor, Bill was also a friend. He had a unique approach and was totally dedicated to serving his community, which he had done so for over two decades.

"On behalf of everyone at Buckinghamshire Council, can I convey our sincerest condolences to his wife, Eugenie and his family, friends and colleagues at this extremely difficult time.

"I always admired Bill for his robust and forthright approach and for his contribution to Council business. His commitment to his local residents was unwavering and I know he was hugely liked and respected. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

"Tributes to Bill have been flooding in from fellow councillors and colleagues. He was held in extremely high regard and the comments I have received reflect his warmth, kindness, optimism, friendship and enthusiasm."

Further tributes will be paid to Bill at the next full council meeting on 24 February.