Representing Fritchley.

Valerie has been a Parish Councillor in Crich and South Wingfield since 1997, and has been a Trustee of the Glebe for over 17 years.

Valerie has represented the area on Amber Valley Council for more than 16 years. She has previously served as Chairman of Appeals; Deputy Chairman of Licensing; Planning Board member; and board member of Amber Valley Housing; and formed a local Tenants Association.

Valerie has for over 20 years been a committee member and champion to Amber Valley Access Group helping everyone with disabilities.

Valerie helps raise funds as part of a flood prevention group for South Wingfield Church and cemetery; and is a Governor at South Wingfield School; and recently retired from Fritchley School after more than 20 years.

Valerie is a Founder member of Amber Community First Responders, a volunteer medical group working alongside the Ambulance Service helping save lives in the area.