Robin is a retired teacher. His last role was as a Head of Year and Head of PE. Elected as a representative on the National Executive of the National Education Union’s national executive committee, he supported teachers’ terms and conditions. Robin has worked closely with a wide range of organisations supporting some of the most deprived children in the area he taught.
As a keen sportsman, Robin played and managed football teams wherever he was working. He also enjoys following other sports including cricket.
History is also a passion and Robin has a particular interest in the First World War and is a member of the Western Front Association. His great Grandmother was a matchgirl working at the Bryant and May factory in London’s East End in 1898. He is a trustee of the Matchgirls Memorial Trust which commemorates their achievements campaigning for better pay and conditions in an industry where employees suffered ill health from the substances they worked with.
Robin says: ‘I believe my city is being poorly served by councillors not willing to make the changes necessary to improve local people’s lives. I want to make a real difference and represent the views of local people to make sure Nelson residents get the services and support they need’.
A fun fact about Robin is his love of Elvis. He has recorded songs in Nashville!