Phil is a Chartered Certified Accountant (F.C.C.A.), who took early retirement and moved to Rustington in 2009. He has many years experience working for large financial services organisations in numerous senior management roles and, prior to this retirement, ran his own accountancy practice in Leeds. He is married to Sandy, a talented floral designer, and both are taking an active role in Village and local life. Phil is a keen gardener and family man, and includes the local gym and playing indoor bowls amongst his interests.