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Biography
Hello,
I’m Mark, one of your town councillors here in Ottery St Mary. I was co-opted in October 2026, and am excited and proud to serve and represent the town I live in.
I have lived in Ottery for the last 8 years having moved from Solihull in the West Midlands to be close to our daughter and her family. I live with my wife, who was a lecturer at Exeter College teaching Business, now retired but busier than ever.
I retired in June 2025 having worked within legal business development in The City for 7 years. My experience is varied having worked in a number of senior roles within the consumer goods sector.
I would love to contribute to see Ottery’s retail and hospitality sector thrive. I believe I bring a pragmatic and sensible approach.
My wife and I are very active in our church in Exeter, where I have been Churchwarden there for 7 years.
I come from a commercial background and would like to bring some of that experience to the Council. I am passionate about delivering for the people of Ottery and contributing to a town that thrives and serves the local community well. I care about the environment and local healthcare issues. I am particularly concerned about water quality in our sea and rivers. I am passionate about the welfare of children and young adults and would like to contribute, in some way, in delivering services that can give them the best start.
My interests are varied and enjoy keeping fit and healthy, sea swims and coastal walks and lots of travelling. I am trying to improve my terrible photography skills and will take any advice offered. I love to bake bread, especially sourdough.
I’m Mark, one of your town councillors here in Ottery St Mary. I was co-opted in October 2026, and am excited and proud to serve and represent the town I live in.
I have lived in Ottery for the last 8 years having moved from Solihull in the West Midlands to be close to our daughter and her family. I live with my wife, who was a lecturer at Exeter College teaching Business, now retired but busier than ever.
I retired in June 2025 having worked within legal business development in The City for 7 years. My experience is varied having worked in a number of senior roles within the consumer goods sector.
I would love to contribute to see Ottery’s retail and hospitality sector thrive. I believe I bring a pragmatic and sensible approach.
My wife and I are very active in our church in Exeter, where I have been Churchwarden there for 7 years.
I come from a commercial background and would like to bring some of that experience to the Council. I am passionate about delivering for the people of Ottery and contributing to a town that thrives and serves the local community well. I care about the environment and local healthcare issues. I am particularly concerned about water quality in our sea and rivers. I am passionate about the welfare of children and young adults and would like to contribute, in some way, in delivering services that can give them the best start.
My interests are varied and enjoy keeping fit and healthy, sea swims and coastal walks and lots of travelling. I am trying to improve my terrible photography skills and will take any advice offered. I love to bake bread, especially sourdough.