Our Resident Voice and Influence Panel are made up of our residents who volunteer their own time to help keep Estuary accountable.
Take a look to see who they are and contact us if you think you would like to join them!
Chair, Lynda BuckleyLocated in Leigh-on-Sea, resident with Estuary for 30 years.
Chair of the Panel since 2024.
Background: Currently a receptionist for the NHS; Lynda's background is in secretarial and admin.
Hobbies and Interests: volunteering, reading, music, the cinema and visiting historic places.
Bob TuckLives on the Woodgrange Drive Estate, has been a resident with Estuary for 45 years.
Background: Currently an Estuary reception bank employee; Bob started as part of the Grounds and Maintenance Team and went on to be manager, carrying on in this team until retirement.
Hobbies and Interests: Going on holidays and caravan trips, loves cooking and eating out, music, and is a family man with a large extended family.
Located in Romford, resident with Delta (formerly Estuary) for 11 years.
Member of the panel since November 2025.
Background: Currently work for a Local Authority as a Principle Officer.
My professional background is working with children, families and communities and leading a team to deliver dynamic Early Years frontline services.
Hobbies and Interests: Interior design, social justice and advocacy, food and soulful music (always brings positive energy), spending quality time with family and friends.
Louise Haines-WilkinsonLocated in Chelmsford, a resident with Estuary for 23 years.
Background: most recently a private one to one assistant for a child with complex needs, providing additional support for the family. Previously a nursery manager, and has worked with children and vulnerable adults for over 30 years; has been Designated Safeguarding Lead in these roles.
Hobbies and Interests: Walking, reading, singing and has a love for animals.
Fatou OgunbiyiLives on the Woodgrange Drive Estate, a resident with Estuary for 24 years
Joined Resident Voice and Influence Panel in 2024
Background: Works part-time as an Occupational Therapist Assistant / Activity Coordinator at Rochford Hospital. Just completed a Masters in Business Management and a further PGCE.
Hobbies and Interests: Busy and valued member of her local Gambian community and mosque; advocates community cohesion and outreach, enjoys fashion, entrepreneurship and exploring new cultures and countries
Marita HiggsShared Owner in Loughton, Marita has been with Estuary for 2 years
Joined RVIP in 2025
Background: Childcare, has been a private nanny for 23 years.
Hobbies and interests: Gardening, walking and cooking healthy meals.