As one of Britain's youngest councillors, I value public service. This has led to my interest in the legal sector and the advocacy provided by barristers, as well as the importance of regulation. Until recently, I worked for a disabled pupil barrister at 39 Essex Chambers, learning the grit, rigour, and dynamism required of a barrister, as well as developing my knowledge and interest in new practice areas.I am also the Cabinet Member for Housing and Benefits, where I have a strategic decision-making role for a large portfolio of council houses, officers, and residents. I am deeply concerned by the housing crisis and homelessness.Campaigning on important issues is a fixture of my life. I successfully campaigned to reopen my local Youth Centre, retain the Duke of Edinburgh Award in East Sussex schools, and keep my local leisure centre and swimming pool open. I am additionally a director of a community interest company, focusing on our financial and legal obligations as we seek to reduce food waste and poverty.At university, I was heavily involved in mooting, pro-bono, and advocacy, participating in national and international competitions including the Jessup Moot. I have additionally worked for Keir Starmer's Labour Leadership campaign, as a caseworker for the Mayor of Hackney, and as a Young Leader with Youth Charity MyLifeMySay.In my spare time, I play ice hockey and enjoy exploring new places.