Food Active Programme Lead

I currently lead the Food Active Programme at Health Equalities Group, coordinating the programme across the North West and supporting organisations in other regions of the UK to implement Food Active's Healthy Weight Declaration. This work promotes a whole systems approach to healthy weight.

I also lead the Lancashire Healthier Places Programme for Lancashire County Council, focusing on a 'health in all policies' approach to create healthier weight environments. Additionally, I contribute to the Cheshire & Merseyside Cancer Alliance's Strategic Obesity project and help deliver the ‘Why Weight to Talk’ training programme to stakeholders across local authorities and the NHS.

My career began in community development, particularly in nutrition and dietetics, followed by a role at the Department of Health North West, where I supported initiatives like HENRY and the North West Food & Health Action Plan. Before leading Food Active, I worked as the Food & Nutrition Programme Manager at Heart of Mersey and as a Research Associate at the University of Liverpool. I have over 23 years’ experience in public health nutrition.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, staying active, traveling, and occasionally finding time to read and explore the outdoors.