Midlothian CouncilCouncillor
Nov. 2005 - Jul. 2015MidlothianCouncillor for the Midlothain West Ward since 2007 following boundary change. Previously Councillor for Loanhead Ward (2005 - 2007) - Appointed by the Council to chair the Midlothian Community Planning Partnership post the 2012 elections.
- Brought together key agencies in the council area including the Police, Fire and Rescue Services, DWP, Scottish Enterprise, Edinburgh College, NHS.
- Worked to promote collaborative working across agencies in the county for the benefit of all residents.
- Provided strategic direction to improve positive outcomes for young people leaving school within the region.
- Midlothian was ranked 31 out of 32 Councils and now joint 4th as a result of my initiatives.