- Frances has lived in Frimley for 16 years.
- Married to Derek, with two children who have grown up in the area and attended local schools.
- A graduate in Environmental Biology with a Masters in Ecology, cares passionately about wildlife and conservation.
- First hand knowledge of The National Health Service, having worked on childhood cancers for Cancer Research UK and Great Ormond Street Hospital.
- Worked as an Officer for Bristol City Council and Farnham Town Council
- Worked for Natural England advising local authorities on land management, planning issues and community involvement.
- Volunteer with Surrey Heath Age Concern “befriender” scheme.
- Volunteer speaker for the Woodland Trust “Talking trees Project”.
- Experience of the education system, worked as a Learning Support Assistant for Lakeside Primary School Frimley.
- Worked for Surrey Wildlife Trust for 6 years as Community Engagement Co-ordinator.