Brian has a background in applied quantitative research, with around twenty years of experience working for a number of local authorities and third sector organisations prior to obtaining his PhD in Social Statistics.

Following graduation Brian joined the Born in Bradford team, initially in 2014 with a focus on utilising routine data. Over the years Brian has been involved in a range of projects at Born in Bradford, with a focus on health inequalities. In 2022 Brian took some time out to go wild camping in Scotland and recharge, he has returned suitably refreshed in 2023.

Brian has a keen interest in public health and social justice, and also in applied research that aims to improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities.