About me
I previously worked with the NHS as a Senior Scientific Adviser for Artificial Intelligence. I also served as a director of 'Women Leading in AI' and worked internationally with governments and organizations such as the UN to advocate for the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence.
Before this, I spent over 25 years as a Science and PSHE teacher in secondary schools. During that time, I completed a PhD in Molecular Biology (for fun!) and later lectured at Keele University, where I led the Data Science Degree Apprenticeship programme.
I spent six years as a councillor in Newcastle-under-Lyme, where I also served as Chair of the CLP. I was the campaign coordinator for the 2017 general election, achieving a remarkable victory against all odds. Additionally, I was one of the leading campaigners to save Bradwell Community Hospital and have earned respect across North Staffordshire for my passionate commitment to the area.
As a 'military baby,' I was born in Singapore, where my Navy father was stationed, but I was raised by my Irish mother, who worked as a factory manager. I credit my mum, who began her working life as a cleaner, for instilling in me a strong work ethic, resilience, and determination to succeed.
My Values
Championing equality and fairness:
I believe we should all be treated with dignity and respect, that diversity is to be celebrated and we are all valued.
Fighting for social justice:
I believe in standing up for the most vulnerable and tackling poverty and injustice wherever we find it.
Empowering communities and engaging people:
I believe in thriving communities with the resources to work together to achieve a better quality of life for all.
Defending and growing our public services:
I believe in high quality, accessible services to meet the needs of our communities and our people at their heart.
Hope for all our futures:
I believe in the politics of hope that enables people to transform their lives and our environment for a fairer, greener and happier future.