First elected in 2003 as a Borough Councillor in Melton, and in later in 2005 as a Leicestershire County Councillor.

I was born and educated locally, and have represented the Gartree Division (Kibworth, Glen & parts of Billesdon Wards) since 2001, and since May 2017 also represent the Tugby & Keythorpe Parish.

As a resident of Melton Mowbray, I have enjoyed living here now for over 23 years. As a business owner based at Asfordby Business Park, I employ local people and am in touch with the needs of local working families.

I represent Newport ward as a Borough Councillor and Melton East as a County Councillor. I have lived in Melton since 1973, working for Mars as an an Occupational Health Nurse for 20 years.

Byron Rhodes is the County Councillor for Belvoir, the area to the North East of Melton Mowbray, comprising 32 villages and 12 parish councils. He is also the Deputy Leader of the County Council and cabinet lead member for finance and resources.