I have known him since I was in Durham. A former neighbour. He stayed at 21 Steavenson Street and I stayed at 60 Steavenson Street, Bowburn. He is someone who has this charismatic qualities that I have seen when I was in Durham.
When there was a little incident involving one of my housemates, he called for a meeting to discuss the matter. Alhamdulillah, things were not blown out of proportion. Well, I appreciate his concerns but the things involved my household thingy so I declined their offer to help me to sort things out.
As I read the article about him on the newspaper, I know that it is not easy to hold a position like his and I can see that he is trying his very best to make sure that the education system will change for the better during his term in the office.
All the best, my former neighbour! In sha Allah you make us Dunelms proud with your achievement!