Victoria Atherstone

Victoria Atherstone serves as a Cabinet member for Safety and Communities at Cheltenham Borough Council since May 2018, passionately focusing on community safety and innovative strategies that benefit local residents. In addition to previous roles at the council, including Cabinet member for Housing and Culture, Wellbeing & Business, Victoria has represented the St Peter's area and actively participated in various committees. Victoria's professional background includes positions as an Innovation Consultant at Jisc, and leadership roles at HESA and Liberal Democrat Women, where advocacy for women's equality was a priority. With a degree from Ballet Rambert and a history as a business strategy consultant, Victoria combines a diverse skill set with a strong commitment to community development and public service.