Ian is married with one son.  Travelling globally with the military as a Soldier and Army Officer for 32 years, Ian moved to Rutland in 2012 and has property in Oakham.

Ian currently holds a Business and Finance Director position within the NHS is a member of the board of MOSA and several Chartered bodies.

A graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Westminster University and Cranfield University, Ian has Postgraduate qualifications in Healthcare and Social Science, a Masters in Management Studies and a second Masters in Leadership.

Ian was elected to Rutland County Council in May 2019.  He is committed to increasing local leisure and sports facilities for all and protecting local health facilities including a hospital for Rutland.  He is also Chairman of Royce Rangers Football Club.