I am proud to call Northern Ireland home, and deeply ambitious for it. That is why I became involved in both business and politics.
I run a small public affairs and communications business and served, for six years, as a local Councillor on North Down Borough Council. My first major political campaigning in Northern Ireland was on road safety (with an array of organisations), followed by the costs of segregation (with the Alliance Party) and then welfare reform (with the Centre for Social Justice). These remain my prime political interests and drivers.
I also travel widely, including frequently on business, advising on communications and government policy. I have a particular interest in German-speaking Europe and Southern Africa. My wife Paula is also keenly involved in politics and the community, as a member of the Alliance Party and Director of the Greater Village Regeneration Trust.
This blog is written in an entirely personal capacity, focusing on a bizarre mix of political commentary (particularly innovative ideas) for Northern Ireland and world football. It veers occasionally towards issues elsewhere in Europe, teilweise auf Deutsch.
