I have been resident in Hamble since May 2000, at my Flowers Close home. Prior to that I lived in Lower Swanwick for 10 years having settled from the Gosport then Locks Heath areas where I lived when I served in the Royal Navy 1977 - 1991. I originate from Dartford in Kent. I left the Navy in January 1991 as a Chief Petty Officer.

I am married to Shelley, and we have two daughters both living at home - Anita and Kiera.

My profession since leaving the Navy has been as a Refrigeration Specialist Engineer. In 1994 I founded my own firm as a specialist Recycling business dealing with large scale / large building air-conditioning plant. We also hold the prestigious Carbon Trust Accredited Supplier status. I am a Judge for our Industry’s annual National Awards.

Since living in the Village I have played an active part in local activities, and particularly enjoy the social side of village life. My daughters were both born here and have enjoyed schooling at both Hamble Primary and The Hamble School. Formerly an active sailor I now keep a motorboat on the River Hamble at Bursledon.

I take an active interest in Village affairs. and wish to listen to the views of others, and give something back to this community. I would like to see better engagement with our Youth, reduced development and traffic, and keep the cork in the bottle on crucial weak points, such as Satchell Lane and the fields along the route into the Village.