Meet the Board

My name is Fiona and I am 64 years old. I was born, and grew up, on Shakespear Rd Fleetwood. I worked in various factories in Fleetwood then in 1986 I got a job at Lakeland View where I worked for 21 years. 

My grandparents also lived on my street and were profoundly Deaf so I was taught basic sign language to be able to communicate with them. I always promote British Sign Language and teach basic sign language and Deaf awareness in the local community.

I currently work at Blackpool & Fylde College where I am a Learning Support Worker where I have supported both Deaf and hearing students. I am also a committee member on the newly formed Royal British Legion branch in Fleetwood which is chaired by Jimi Kuruvakadua, a Fleetwood Town Councillor. 

I have family members who have additional needs and, as the community have mentioned, I think it is important that we have a send provision in the town which can be accessed by pupils who struggle within a mainstream setting, so that they don’t have to travel long distances just to be educated.

I am passionate about promoting our town and I am looking forward to working with other Board members on the Pride of Fleetwood initiative.