Although Spanish (and married to a Dane) I was educated in England and have lived here, with my husband, since 1980 moving to Broom in December 1990.

After working 14 years in Pershore, I became Clerk to Bidford-on-Avon Parish Council on 1st August 2004. I have found it an interesting and challenging job which has changed over the years, becoming more professional and demanding.

I am a “Qualified Clerk” having obtained my Certificate in Local Council Administration (known as CiLCA) in 2008 and, with the support of the Parish Council, my BA (Hons) degree, at the University of Gloucestershire, Cheltenham in Community Engagement and Governance (CEG) in 2014 (at the ripe age of 60). Studying and working at the same time was demanding and gave me little time for myself: but it was worth it as the knowledge has stood me in good stead helping me to carry out my work to the best of my ability.

I speak English, Spanish and Danish with some knowledge of French. I am a Liverpool FC supporter, love reading, walking and watching sport in general. I am also a Director of Bidford Community Library, having worked hard with the then Chairman, Cllr Mike Gerrard, to ensure it remained open to service the local community. I am also a Director of the Warwickshire and West Midlands Association of Local Councils Ltd (WALC Ltd) and the Chairman of its Stratford Area Meeting.