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Scarborough Borough Council Pays Tribute to Former Mayor Hazel Lynskey

Scarborough Borough Council pays tribute to former Mayor, Councillor Hazel Lynskey who has passed away.

Cllr Lynskey was born in Scarborough, the youngest of six children.  She was educated at Northstead Infants and Junior School, Central Girls School and Scarborough Technical College.

Hazel had an early introduction to the stage, dancing as a juvenile in many professional shows and appearing on children’s television.  

She joined the Council in 2003 using her vast experience in finance to become chairman of the audit committee. She was also chairman of the planning and development committee

Councillor Lynskey served as Mayor from 2010-2011 and again from 2019-2021.

Councillor Steve Siddons, leader of the council, said:

“This is very sad news and I send my sincere condolences to Hazel’s family.

“Hazel was a unique individual and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her, not least the constituents she served so diligently for many years.

“She was devoted to her local community and the wider borough having served as Mayor three times, more recently during the dark days of the pandemic.”

“Hazel had talent, wisdom and a great knowledge of the council.

“She was never one to back away from difficult decisions but she always carried out her duties with dignity and respect for others.

“In addition she had a wicked sense of humour and I am so very proud to call her my friend.

“Her contribution to the council will be a lasting legacy.”

Mike Greene, chief executive, said:

“Everyone at the council is shocked at the sad news of Hazel’s death.

“She was my first Mayor when I joined the council and I have nothing but fond memories of working with her.

“Hazel was an outstanding public servant with strong values and her dedication to the borough of Scarborough was unquestionable.

“She will be a great loss to the community she served for so many years.

“I send our sincere condolences go to her son, Michael and his family at this very difficult time.”

 

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