The Cambrian Learning Trust’s Platinum Primary Character and Citizenship Awards Presentation Evening11 June 2026The Beacon, Wantage This evening I had the immense pleasure of attending…
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I was recently invited to give a keynote on the theme “Five lessons for tomorrow’s leaders, today” to a room of charity and civil society…
Comments closedI am not a member of any political party. That feels worth saying at the outset. For many years, I belonged to the party I…
Comments closedDear friends, July has been a month rich in meaning – full of vibrant festivals, powerful performances, quiet conversations, and deeply moving moments across Oxfordshire.…
Comments closedDear Friends, As I come to the end of my third month in office, June has offered a powerful reminder of what civic life can…
Comments closedDear friends, As May draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on a month that has brought moments of profound sorrow, stirring celebration, and…
Comments closedDear friends, As I look back on my first month as High Sheriff of Oxfordshire, I am struck by the privilege and variety of experiences…
Comments closedYesterday, I had the privilege of leading a session with senior leaders from youth organisations across Oxfordshire, exploring the role of compassionate leadership in driving…
Comments closedHappy Founders’ Day and Thinking Day! It’s all about the apostrophe. Some would like one between the “r” and the “s”, to show possession by…
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