Former Mayor of Walsall, Brian Douglas-Maul, has passed away this week following a short illness.
The 91-year-old councillor was Walsall’s mayor between 2000 and 2001 and was a serving Conservative councillor for 42 years, representing the Streetly ward.
The flag outside the council house was lowered to pay respects and a tribute will be paid to Mr. Douglas-Maul during the next council meeting at the end of February.
Leader of Walsall Council Mike Bird issued the following statement:
“Brian Douglas-Maul was a friend and a longstanding Council colleague who will be sadly missed, especially with his knowledge of planning as a retired architect from Birmingham Council. Brian and I started the Council journey together as far back as 1979 and both he and his family were always involved particularly at election times. Ironically, he started his political career in the Pheasey ward which I personally represent at this point in time, having moved when the boundaries changed from the Streetly ward which Brian continued to represent until he stepped down from his Council duties. I am sure all of the group will join me with our heartfelt sympathy and best wishes to Brian’s family.“
Walsall Labour Councillor Aftab Nawaz also paid tribute to his service:
“We are saddened to learn of the death of former councillor Brian Douglas-Maul. Brian gave 42 years of his life in service to Walsall as a councillor.
“He will be remembered as a gentleman who served with integrity and professionalism. His work on the planning committee was a pleasure to witness and a source of so much learning for new councillors. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.”