Tamzie and Roben working hard for Godstone
Godstone ward: Bletchingley, Nutfield, South Nutfield, Outwood, Godstone, South Godstone, Blindley Heath, Crowhurst and Tandridge.
Thomasine Hollands, known as Tamzie, has lived in the Tandridge area for 60 years. She grew up and was educated in Warlingham, prior to moving to South Godstone, 36 years ago, with her husband, Duncan, where they had their two daughters, who were educated in Oxted and Lingfield. She is supportive of and has a keen interest in activities that benefit our local communities.
Tamzie started her career in Marketing in a banking environment before moving into Education 30 years ago. Prior to taking early retirement last year, she was a Quality and Standards Manager, focused on education for disadvantaged and disaffected learners, as well as those with diverse SEND needs. Currently she is freelancing in supporting learner achievement on modern Apprenticeship schemes.
Roben has recently moved to the area after getting engaged and is now building his life here, proud to call Tandridge home. He has worked as an administrative assistant in Nutfield and has been involved in local campaigns, giving him a clear understanding of the issues that matter to residents across Godstone, Bletchingley, Nutfield and the surrounding villages. He is committed to protecting what makes our villages special and to supporting activities that strengthen our local communities.
Roben’s professional background has focused on practical, evidence-based work that supports people in their day-to-day lives. He is particularly concerned about the growing number of potholes on our roads, the pressures facing children and families in the SEND system, and the impact of new housing when it is not matched by the roads, services and infrastructure our area needs. He believes decisions should be made with residents, not imposed on them, and wants to see a fairer, more open approach to local government. If elected, he will work to push back against inappropriate development, protect village character, and secure proper investment in local services, while being a visible and approachable councillor who listens and acts on residents’ concerns.
