Born in Ripley, Derbyshire, Ben initially went to Bath University to study Sports Science. After deciding that the course wasn't right for him, he dropped out and worked as a landscape gardener and an Administrator.
John Roughton is the current Chairman of The Ashfield and Mansfield Conservative Federation and brings with him over 40 years management experience in the finance and health sectors.
Dawn Hodgman currently serves on Selston Parish Council representing Underwood. Cllr Hodgman is The Conservative Candidate for Selston in the 2019 Ashfield District Council Elections.
