Key Interests
Tom’s priorities include education, Welsh language, strengthening Wales’s tourism offering, championing Welsh culture and supporting grassroots sport.
Tom has always had a strong passion for education, having worked as a Learning Support Assistant in a Welsh Language primary school. He also has a keen interest in the structures and development of local government, after leading the Conservative Council Group in Bridgend for 4 years.
Personal history
Tom grew up both in Penllergaer, Swansea and Ammanford, Carmarthenshire as his parents were separated. Graduating from Swansea University with a BA in History and Politics in 2013, Tom then continued to live in Swansea for a number of years before moving to Bridgend in 2016.
Professional background
Tom, who is a second language Welsh speaker, has held various roles during his professional life, firstly becoming a Learning Support Assistant in a Welsh Language primary school. He then went on to complete his studies at Swansea University. Upon his graduation, he then went on to work as a Community Liaison Officer within his region of South Wales West before organising campaigns and working with volunteers in both Swansea and Bridgend. Prior to his election as a Member of the Senedd for South Wales West, Tom held the position of Office Manager for the local Member of Parliament.
Political history
Before his election to the Senedd in 2021, Tom was elected to the Brackla ward as a Bridgend County Borough Councillor in 2017, where he led the Conservative Group on the Council. He also chaired the Bridgend County Borough Council Education Scrutiny Committee, overseeing and scrutinising the council's multi-million-pound education budget. After his election to the Senedd, Tom was appointed as the Welsh Conservative spokesperson for Culture, Tourism and Sport, where he continues to champion local businesses and organisations. More recently, Tom was assigned the position of Co-Chair: Wales COVID 19 Inquiry Committee.
