If you ask me…

Who has had the biggest influence on you?
My social work tutor on the pre-diploma course in 1992.

Which health or social care professional has been most use
to you?
My retired GP.

If you ran care services in your area what would you do
differently?
Consult more openly with consumers.

What would make your life better?

Less stress.

What three words best describe you?
Thoughtful, challenging, forward-thinking.

What event most changed your life?
The birth of my first child and the postnatal depression that
followed.

If you could ban one thing what would it be?
All forms of discrimination.

Who is your dream date?
A birthday meal with Cliff Richard (we share the same
date).

What is your greatest achievement?
Opening Buddies.

What makes you happy?
Seeing people move on in their lives.

When were you last angry?
A week ago when the DVLA withdrew my driving licence with no
medical consultation.

Who would you like to swap places with?
The prime minister, to drive forward grass-roots policies
and practices.

Who do you most admire?
Nelson Mandela.

How would you like to be remembered?
As helping others through their problems.