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Regional Co-ordinators
The Counties listed are a guide only, there is some sharing around the boundaries

	Richard Brundle - Essex, Norfolk & Suffolk Richard Brundle worked in the Inland Revenue for over 43 years. In that time he covered all aspects of personal taxation and undertook the full range of duties within the department. This was an excellent grounding as when he became the management inspector in the Great Yarmouth Tax office he had the knowledge to understand all of the duties being undertaken by the staff members. When computers were introduced into the Eastern Region in 1985 he was part of the training team, which led to a keen interest in the departments computer systems. In the last 5 years of his revenue career his knowledge and expertise in both tax procedures and computer systems were fully recognised as he worked as a special advisor on 3 major projects undertaken by the department. In addition to his role as a regional –controller he likes to see clients where a volunteer is not readily available. When not involved with TOP he is always doing something with or for his family, as he is very much a family man. richardbrundle@hotmail.com
	Alex Stewart - Scotland Alex started out working as a telegraph boy for the Post office unaware of his 'green credentials' at the time. He then spent 37 years with HMRC before accepting retirement.Whilst with HMRC he was involved in the assessment and collection of taxes which also took him into the area of compliance and employment status. During a working career break in Spain Alex was able to use his skills to help expats and clients with their tax concerns. He also dealt with his mothers financial affairs prior to her death, making him fully aware of the problems encountered by older people. These days he keeps fit by walking his two rescue dogs and enjoys exploring the UK with his wife in their touring caravan. This doesn't stop him promoting the valuable services provided by TOP. It is lucky he has such an understanding wife. stewart286@hotmail.com
	Denis Madden - Cheshire, Cleveland, Clwyd,Cumbria, Durham, Gwynedd, Humberside, Lancashire, Manchester, Merseyside, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear & Yorkshire Denis spent 43 years with HMRC and dealt with Income tax, Corporation tax and Capital Gains tax. Some of his job titles included District Inspector in both local and specialist offices, Head Office Specialist on PAYE Operations and Employer programme and Team Leader and Assistant Director for Special Projects. Since Mentor for the Prince's Trust, the Vice Chair, Director and Trustee of the Manchester CAB and Chair of HR Sub-Committee and Joint Forum. Last but not least Denis is a Regional Co-ordinator and Volunteer for TOP. tdmadden@talktalk.net
	Alan Mutton - Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Alan spent almost 44 years with HMRC devoted to a whole range of direct taxation issues relating to individuals, partnerships and corporate entities. Prior to retirement in 2005 worked for many years as Assistant District Inspector involving investigative and technical issues in the field of company, and multinational company, taxation. Interests and activities include:- grandchildren (six in all– ranging from 4 years to 21 years of age); most sports, particularly soccer involving administrative roles in local football, Referees’ Societies and , though some would disagree, ‘active’ Refereeing; support for local and West End drama and musicals. Passionate about TOP and the valuable role it plays in bringing help to those most at need. muttonalan@supernet.com
	Martyn Hall - Gloucester, Hereford & Worcester, Shropshire, Staffordshire Warwickshire & West Midlands Martyn has spent 31 years in the Chemical Industry, 15 years as Chief Executive. Responsible for autonomous companies in UK,France, Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong. 4 years as Divisional Director based in Paris of French multinational. Managing his own affairs and the need to help staff in small organisations lead him to an interest in tax matters. His wife discovered TOP just before retiring and thought it would keep him off the street. martynhall@talktalk.net
	Robert Peel - Kent, London, Surrey & Sussex Robert Peel worked for the Inland Revenue for over 29 years and was Assistant Director in Business Tax prior to early retirement when the merger with HM Customs and Excise took place. For the last 12 years of his career Robert specialised in the taxation of financial institutions, particularly life insurance companies. He also built several IT systems for the Inland Revenue including one used to manage work on the proposed Budget measures and progress with drafting the Finance Bill. As well as being a TOP Regional Co-ordinator, Robert has built TOP’s IT system for managing all contact with clients, volunteers and venues as well as producing management information for the Trustees. When not engaged on TOP work he is likely to be out walking or cycling in Kent or performing his duties as Secretary of Kent Area of the Ramblers’ Association. robert.peel.mail@btinternet.com
	Judith Richards - Avon, Berkshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Somerset & Wiltshire Judith spent many year working for HMRC both as a technical caseworker & manager in offices located in Plymouth, Bristol & London.She also worked for a short while as a personal taxation specialist for a London firm of chartered accountants. Managing her older relatives' tax affairs complemented her skills as an investigator and led her to a greater understanding of the complexity of tax for older people and prompted her on retirement to placing her experience at the service of TOP. She also undertakes volunteer duties meeting individual TOP clients alongside her Regional Co-ordinator duties. judith.richards44@googlemail.com
	John Whiting - Midlands John worked for HMRC for 43 years joining as a Tax Officer and retiring 3 years ago as a Senior Inspector. He is married with 4 children and 8 grandchildren. John sits as a Magistrate on the Leicester bench which he has enjoyed doing for 13 years, does volunteer driving for a local charity and also helps out with invigilating. He wanted to use his tax knowledge to help others and joined TOP shortly after retiring. When time permits his interests include golf, bowls and holidays. whiting103@btinternet.com
	Malcolm Chamberlain - South and West Wales Malcolm retired from HMRC after nearly 40 years, having worked not only in the UK but also in Malawi on a contract with the Ministry of Overseas Development. For the last 8 years he was part of a small team operating a Mobile Advice Centre Vehicle. This he took around the Country, you may have seen him at agricultural shows or in the local shop car park. He gave help and advice to the general public and covered Wales and the Midlands. In recent years he set up and carried out "Outreach" Tax surgeries in South Wales and the Midlands. Since retiring he has been a volunteer for TOP and recently took on the role of regional Co-ordinator for South Wales. malcolmchamberlain2009@yahoo.co.uk
	Julie Ramsey - Northern Ireland - Awaiting Bio. taxvol.ni@yahoo.co.uk

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