As well as recently taking over as portfolio-holder for equality, diversity and inclusion, Mark also co-chaired the Service’s Firepride LGBT+ staff and volunteer network for almost 10 years.

The network has worked hard to champion LGBT+ inclusion internally and engage with LGBT+ people in its communities. In 2019 the Service was ranked the third on Stonewall’s Top 100 employers list.

Mark’s role as Head of Communications and Engagement marks a return to the world of corporate communications after seven years leading the project to establish Cheshire’s award-winning safety and life skills education centre.