New Cabinet set to deliver lasting change for the district
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
New Wakefield Council Leader, Cllr Karl Johnson, has today announced his Cabinet to bring about lasting change that people can have faith in.
The new team is set to focus on the things that make a positive impact on everyday life in the district. This includes improving roads and public spaces. And restoring pride to local communities.
“Our new team will bring action, fresh thinking, and strong leadership that is accountable to local people.
“It’s not about politics or personalities. It’s about making sure we have the right people in place to deliver real change for our residents.
“Real, meaningful change will take time. But we now have the right team in place and determination to make it happen.
“All these appointments are based on the skills and experience our Councillors have. They will be working hard every day to make a real difference and to deliver for you.
“We will do things differently. And we will put local people first.”
Cllr Karl Johnson
Leader of Wakefield Council
The Cabinet is:
- Councillor Karl Johnson, Leader of Wakefield Council.
- Councillor John Thomas, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Resources and Property.
- Councillor Dr Ansar Hayat, Cabinet Member for Adults and Health.
- Councillor Matthew Caton, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People
- Councillor Julian Carter, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhood Services.
- Councillor Lukasz Borcz, Cabinet Member for Culture and Sport.
- Councillor Keith Anderson, Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Planning.
- Councillor Andrew Wakefield, Cabinet Member for Strategic Housing, Skills and Business Growth.
- Councillor Rebecca Webster, Cabinet Member for Safer Stronger Communities.
- Councillor Matthew Pinder, Cabinet Member for District Regeneration and Regional Growth.
Contact details for the new Cabinet Members and local councillors will be added to the Council website next week at https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/about-the-council/councillors-and-mayor/find-your-councillor.
A recording of today’s meeting is available to watch here.