Dave settled in Rutland in 1992 following a career in the RAF which included flying the Phantom on 29(F)Sqn before becoming an Advanced and Tactical Flying Instructor. He also flew as a Hawk Display Pilot. He was seconded to British Aerospace to head up small team on a £billion contract to introduce and set-up a Hawk Flying Training School for the Royal Saudi Air Force. On leaving the RAF he was contracted to carry out a review of the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
On moving to Rutland Dave set up the Rutland Hockey Club which continues to thrive. He became a Rutland County Councillor in 1999-2007 for Rutland Choice. During this time he chaired the Social Services Working Group to develop the Rutland Care Village concept. He was re-elected in May 2011 and is determined to do everything possible to ensure Rutland Council is run solely in the interests of the electorate.
