Milton Keynes City Council is shocked and saddened to announce the sudden death of Councillor Robin Bradburn.
Councillor Bradburn passed away on Saturday evening.
Councillor Bradburn was the Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group and Deputy Leader of the City Council between 2021 and 2024.
As well as fulfilling leadership roles, Councillor Bradburn served as a local councillor for Bradwell ward.
Outside of local politics, Robin was a husband, father, and grandfather. He was married to his wife Marie for 40 years who together have a son Alan, a daughter Kerrie, and five grandchildren.
Councillor Marie Bradburn, Robin’s wife is the current Mayor of Milton Keynes, and his daughter Kerrie is also a city councillor.
The National Liberal Democrat Conference, taking place in Brighton this week, held a minute's silence in honour of Councillor Bradburn yesterday, led by Liberal Democrat Councillor Nick da Costa, Chair of the Federal Conference Committee.
The family have asked for privacy at this time and further details of funeral arrangements will be made available in due course.
“We are all so sad to hear that Cllr Robin Bradburn has passed away. He has served the council in a number of roles, including as Deputy Leader, and his work with officers of the council was always exemplary.
“Robin was an amazing man, and we are all so shocked and hurt by his sudden loss. He was a good friend, colleague, and councillor, but above all he was a devoted husband to Marie, dad to Alan and Kerrie, and a loving granddad. He will be deeply missed by us all.”
“Councillor Robin Bradburn was a role model of public service. Robin served the residents of the city because he believed that we could make a difference to the lives of the people we represent. I’m deeply upset by the news having lost a colleague and friend.”
“The Conservative Group are sad to hear about Councillor Robin Bradburn passing away. On behalf of my group, I would like to express my condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues at this very difficult time. Personally, I share a profound sense of loss; Robin was known for his kindness and generosity, and he will be missed by us all.”