Caouncillor David Turner was elected as a councillor to South Oxfordshire District Council in May 1995, representing Chalgrove. The Chair is an annual non-political role, elected by the councillors, for someone to chair their official council meetings. As part of their role, each Chair attends public occasions such as Remembrance Sunday services, opening of new community buildings and royal visits to the area. They are also invited by other Chairs and town Mayors to their events.