I have lived in Milton Abbas for the past 7 years. I am an active member of the community, being a trustee for two different charities, and enjoy supporting with village activities. I was born in Dorset, and grew up in Ferndown and Wimborne. 

I am a qualified Social Worker, and worked for 22 years in a large secondary school in Bournemouth. I was employed there as an Education Social worker, overseeing the safeguarding and welfare of the students. Prior to this I worked in addiction services for adults and young people. 

I took early retirement in January 2023.