Julie Pickering

 

I have lived in Orme Road with my family for 22 years. Together, we can care and campaign for our community. I’d really like to hear from you. To contact me, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone me on 07986 568 973

I have lived in Coombe Vale ward for 22 years. During that time, I've built a senior management career in Marks and Spencer, met my husband and had two children. In addition to being a Ward Councillor, I work as a business consultant with emphasis on small businesses and youth employment.

I have voluntarily been involved in many local and national organisations, including:

• Chair and Trustee of a National Children’s Charity
• A steering group member of Kingston’s Pathfinder Healthwatch, the Health and Social Wellbeing watchdog organisation for Kingston residents
• An active parent and school governor at her children’s local and special needs schools
• A parent representative on the Kingston Council’s Integrating Services for Disabled Children  committee.
• A member of the Kingston parent panel for disabled children
• ‘Local friends of Girl Guiding’ committee member
• Facilitating a proposal for the NHS to nationally manage a rare disease through the NHS National Commissioning Group.
• Working with a local GP practice to explore the practicalities and benefits of creating a patient Foundation.
• Support and Guidance for the national palliative care review.

My son had a neurodegenerative disorder and passed away two years ago, aged 12, after ten years of caring for him.  Particularly  because of my son, I have been fortunate to meet many in the local community and Kingston that I would otherwise have not met.  I am very proud of our community and Kingston.  My neighbours, friends and professionals know when I commit to something, I give my full support and can take action in an extremely effective way. I want to extend this support to all of the residents in Coombe Vale Ward and influence decisions that we want to happen in our local area, Kingston and our constituency.

I believe I have acquired the skills and ability to support you as a councillor in the best way possible. I endeavour to bring a fresh collaborative and transparent approach to being a Coombe Vale councillor, representing your views and taking appropriate action. If you want to know more about me or wish to raise a local issue, have a view or idea, please contact me. 

I look forward to hearing from you.