Mayor of Houghton Regis joins Reform after ‘careful consideration’
The mayor of Houghton Regis has revealed she is now part of Reform UK after being elected as an independent councillor.
Tithe Farm Ward councillor Michelle Herber, who is the town mayor for 2025/26, took to Facebook to make the announcement.
Reform UK Dunstable & Leighton Buzzard posted a statement from Cllr Gerber: “Today, I want to share an important decision about my political journey. After careful consideration and reflection on the values that matter most to our community, I have decided to join the Reform Party as a councillor.
“This decision comes from my commitment to ensuring that Houghton Regis continues to thrive, with policies that prioritize fairness, community safety, accountability, and real change for local people. I believe this move will allow me to better represent your voices and deliver the improvements we all want to see.
“I remain dedicated to serving our town with integrity and transparency, and I look forward to working with you all to build a stronger future for Houghton Regis. Thank you.”
Cllr Herber has been approached for comment.