Our team

Steve Arnold ~ Chair Coventry South

About me

I have a background in engineering and policing having served for over 30 years in West Midlands police. 

I started this branch because of the many betrayals by the Tory/Labour parties from Brexit, immigration to tax.  

Experience
  • Police officer
  • Law degree
  • Management qualification
Abilities

Good at pulling together and leading a team.

Jamie Fearn ~ Deputy chair

About me

I have a background in business growth, management and problem solving . I own a local estate agents in the city centre. 

I believe that this country needs change, starting locally and making sure the people of Coventry have a voice. 

Experience
  • Management
  • Public speaking
  • Technologically proficient
Abilities

Self-motivated, empathetic and creative.

JP Ahearne ~ Campaign Manager

About me

I have a background in management, recruiting and engineering. I’m the managing director of a Coventry-based recruitment company. 

I passionately believe that this country is on the wrong path. The people of Coventry and the nation deserve better.

Experience
  • Management & organisation
  • Data analytics
  • Marketing & fundraising
Abilities

Very organised, self-motivated and inspirational.

Tim Metford ~ Secretary

About me

My background has been as a health care practitioner. I’m now retired. Being involved with this group has renewed my enthusiasm to contribute towards our City becoming a Centre where people feel heard, accepted and cared for.

I am good at communicating with people.

Experience
  • Listening to people
  • Good team worker
  • Effective communication
Abilities

Practical “can do” person.

Lois Francis-Metford  ~  Treasurer

About me

I have a background both as a therapist and business owner. I’m now semi-retired and feel strongly that unless we collectively do something, we will lose forever the country that I grew up in.

I feel that the political system needs Reform if we are to build a better Britain.

Experience
  • Managing company finances
  • IT & website design
  • Used to working with people
Abilities

Good “ideas person”, very motivated.