John was born and brought up in Newton Mearns. He moved to Fenwick with his wife in 1999. and has one daughter. 

John owns and runs a motor garage in Fenwick. and his family also run a childminding service in the village.

 For relaxation, John builds cars for motor sport.

Committees:

• Governance and Scrutiny Committee
• JNC for Teaching
• Local Review Body
• Planning Committee