Family affair for Liberal Democrats amid overall win in South Cambridgeshire

Two lots of father and sons, as well as one mother and daughter were elected in the South Cambridgeshire elections

It was a family affair for some of the winning candidates in the South Cambridgeshire District Council elections. The Liberal Democrats won a clear majority in South Cambridgeshire today (Friday, May 8), winning 43 out of 45 seats.

The party initially held 34 seats, however they have gained back seats from the Conservatives, leaving the Conservatives with only two seats in the council. Amongst the Liberal Democrats that won were three sets of family members.

Father and son John and Henry Batchelor retained their seats for the Linton ward. There was also Natalie Warren-Gunn, who retained her seat for Longstanton, and her daughter Yasmin Deter winning the seat for Cottenham.

Henry Batchelor said he was “very honoured” to be re-elected for Linton, and also alongside his father. He added: “We are very happy to be given the public’s trust again and for me, I was born in Linton, and my roots are in Linton.”

John joked that his son gained around 40 more votes than him. However, he said he was “very proud”.

Natalie Warren-Gunn said she was “really pleased” to be re-elected for Longstanton. She added: “I can continue with the work I started.”

Natalie said that there is a “lot of change and transition” in the areas she oversees. She said she can “carry on with the momentum” in those areas.

Yasmin said it was “really exciting” to be elected in the same council as her mum. She added: “In particular, because of devolution that is ahead, [it will be good] being able to see each side with the district and county.”

Father and son Martin and Ariel Cahn were also elected under the Liberal Democrats. Martin won his seat for Histon and Impington, while Ariel won in Harston and Comberton.