7 years ago, I joined Keighley Town Council to serve the people of Keighley and those in my ward of Oakworth.

I never imagined that I would have the honour of becoming the Mayor of Keighley and look forward to representing this town over the next 12 months.

I want to thank each and every councillor for their support including the former Mayor Julie Adams and my new Deputy Mayor John Kirby.

Over the next year, I will be raising money for two Keighley charities, Dementia Friendly Keighley and It’s Worth Talking About. I would ask for your support in raising as much as possible for these two amazing causes which are very close to my heart.