Blake is a Central Bedfordshire Councillor, representing the ward of Meppershall and Shillington. Blake serves on the Shillington Parish Council, is Chair of the Shillington and Stondon Federation of Schools, and is a local speed watch volunteer, raising awareness of road safety issues in the community.
He has lived in the countryside all his life and is passionate about supporting our rural communities and local businesses. He believes that we need to work hard and be good custodians of our landscapes and the natural environment, to preserve the best of our countryside for future generations and nature.
Having benefited from a great comprehensive education himself, Blake knows just how important it is to invest in education, not just for individual success, but to also improve the prosperity of our communities and country. Great education opens minds, inspires, and provides the opportunity for children to go on and do great things. As a Chair of Governors, Blake is proud to lead and support our schools as they strive to give your children the best possible start in life.
After being Called to the Bar, Blake built a successful career in the City of London, working in wholesale financial markets over 15 years. He has led a regulatory compliance team spanning Tokyo, Amsterdam, and London for Tradeweb Markets, a large international trading platform, and he is currently a compliance leader at the London Stock Exchange.