Holly Whitbread

Holly Whitbread is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in political and civic engagement. Currently serving as a Parliamentary Researcher for the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Holly specializes in Local Government and Housing Policy. Concurrently, Holly holds multiple roles within Essex County Council, including Special Lead Member for Highways Communications and Deputy Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, while representing Epping and Theydon Bois as a County Councillor. Previous positions include District Councillor and Cabinet Member at Epping Forest District Council, where Holly led significant housing and community projects, and External Communications Manager at the Confederation of Paper Industries, focusing on parliamentary relations and stakeholder engagement. Holly's background encompasses a blend of research, communications, and campaign management, bolstered by academic credentials in History and Politics from the University of Exeter and King's College London.