Mike lives in Finchley and represents Finchley Church End as a local Councillor and is widely respected as someone who 'gets things done' with a keen eye for improving service and value for money in our public services. He serves as a non-executive director of the London Development Agency and is Lead Member for Health & Adult Services on London Councils.

Outside of politics Mike is a self employed consultant and has previously held several positions within the banking and finance sectors. This has included working for major high street banks in their estate agency; retail; wealth and corporate divisions. In addition Mike has experience of running his own financial service business. Prior to banking and financial services Mike worked in retail catering and retail gaming.

Mike is a keen cyclist and a general keep fit enthusiast who also enjoys travelling and reading. He is a member of Friends of Windsor Open Space, Conservative Friends of Israel, Conservative Friends of Cyprus and is also a Friend of British Asian Conservative link.

Mike also has a good history of voluntary and community work which includes being treasurer of the Barnet Tsunami Appeal, Chairman of Barnet Multi-faith forum, former hospice and meals on wheels volunteer.